Bill > A07438

This bill amends the New York State election law to expand voter registration opportunities by adding every court and law enforcement agency that issues firearms licenses to the list of participating voter registration agencies. The bill requires these agencies to offer voter registration forms when individuals apply for, renew, or change their firearm-related licenses, similar to existing requirements for public assistance and disability service agencies. Currently, agencies like the Office of Children and Family Services, Department of Health, and various local government agencies are already designated as voter registration agencies where people can register to vote while accessing public services. The new provision aims to create additional touchpoints for potential voter registration by including firearms licensing entities, thus making it more convenient for individuals to register to vote when interacting with these government agencies. The bill will take effect 120 days after becoming law, and state agencies are authorized to develop and implement the necessary rules and regulations to support this change.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7438