Bill > A07829

This bill modifies the New York State election law by reducing the timeline for candidate declination from ten days to seven days after a primary election. Specifically, the bill changes an existing provision that allows a person who is designated as a candidate for two or more party nominations, but is not nominated at a primary election, to decline nominations from certain parties. The key change is shortening the period in which a candidate can withdraw their nomination from ten days to seven days, with the additional specification that this seven-day period begins after the primary election is officially certified. The bill is designed to potentially expedite the nomination and election process by providing a slightly shorter window for candidates to make decisions about their party nominations. The amendment applies to situations where a candidate is seeking nominations from multiple parties and was not ultimately nominated through the primary election process. The bill includes an immediate effective date, meaning it will go into effect as soon as it is signed into law.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7829