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This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to establish a detailed process for filling vacancies in the office of lieutenant-governor. The bill requires the governor to nominate a replacement within 60 days of a vacancy, with the nominee then needing confirmation by a majority vote in both houses of the legislature within 60 days. If the legislature rejects the first nominee, the governor has 30 days to submit another candidate. If the legislature fails to act, the nominee automatically assumes office. The bill also includes provisions allowing the governor to withdraw a nomination and requires the nominee to resign from any existing government position. In the event that the governor does not nominate a candidate or the legislature twice rejects nominations, the legislature can fill the vacancy by joint ballot. The governor is restricted from appointing anyone who was previously rejected for the same vacancy and must choose a replacement from the existing line of succession if the legislature twice rejects nominations. These provisions aim to ensure a smooth and timely process for filling the lieutenant-governor position and provide clear guidelines for handling potential conflicts in the nomination process.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7814