Bill > A08970

This bill modifies New York state election law to extend the deadline for candidates who have been designated for multiple party nominations to decline a nomination. Currently, candidates could decline a nomination within ten days after a primary election, but the bill changes this to allow candidates to decline a nomination up to the last day to certify the ballot or determine the candidates and ballot questions. Specifically, the bill allows a candidate who has been designated for multiple party nominations but was not nominated at a primary election to decline a nomination from one or more parties by filing a signed and acknowledged certificate by the final ballot certification deadline. This change provides candidates with more flexibility in managing their party nominations and gives them additional time to make decisions about their candidacy. The bill amends sections of the state election law related to candidate nominations and appears to be a technical adjustment to the existing election process. The amendment will take effect immediately upon enactment.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8970