Requires signatures on a voter registration form to be notarized and providing a fail-safe registration method

This bill modifies New York's voter registration laws by requiring that signatures on mail-in forms be notarized or accompanied by specific proof of identity. Under the new rules, applicants must either have their signature notarized along with the last four digits of their Social Security number, or provide a copy of a government-issued photo ID alongside documents like a utility bill or bank statement. The legislation also updates the registration form to include an affidavit where applicants swear to their citizenship, residency, and the accuracy of their information, with penalties for false statements. Additionally, the bill strengthens existing penalties for individuals who knowingly help others commit voter fraud. These changes apply to all residents registering to vote in New York State, regardless of whether they are first-time registrants or updating their information.