Signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that authorizes the board of elections to accept an electronic application for an absentee ballot when submitted by a voter.

Highlights:

• Requires the state board of elections or city or county board of elections to send an absentee ballot application to all qualified voters eligible to vote in an upcoming election (Sec. 1).

• Requires the state board of elections or city or county board of elections to accept an electronic application for an absentee ballot (Sec. 1).

• Establishes that this act shall take effect immediately upon passage and shall expire December 31, 2021 (Sec. 2).

Full Bill Text

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that authorizes the board of elections to accept an electronic application for an absentee ballot when submitted by a voter.

Highlights:

• Requires the state board of elections or city or county board of elections to send an absentee ballot application to all qualified voters eligible to vote in an upcoming election (Sec. 1).

• Requires the state board of elections or city or county board of elections to accept an electronic application for an absentee ballot (Sec. 1).

• Establishes that this act shall take effect immediately upon passage and shall expire December 31, 2021 (Sec. 2).

Full Bill Text