Bill > A07862

This bill amends the New York election law to allow political parties more flexibility in managing party membership and candidate nominations when a county committee is not fully formed. Specifically, the bill changes language from "chairman" to "chairperson" and provides a mechanism for the state party committee to handle enrollment challenges and candidate nominations in counties without an active county committee. Under the new provisions, if a county lacks a local committee, the state party committee can elect a representative who can receive complaints from party members, conduct hearings, and potentially cancel a voter's party enrollment if it is determined that the voter is not sympathetic to the party's principles. This change enables political parties to perform essential functions like candidate nomination and membership management even in counties where a traditional county committee has not been established, ensuring that party operations can continue smoothly across the state. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7862