A 1606 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to establishing compulsory voting

This bill requires all eligible voters to participate in general elections by casting a ballot in person or by absentee ballot, with exceptions for primary and school board elections. It imposes a $10 fine for failing to vote, which the state board of elections may waive upon submission of valid proof of an excuse (like illness or travel). Funds collected from fines would be used to improve election processes, such as voter registration systems or polling accessibility. The law applies only to general elections, not primaries or school district votes, and takes effect immediately upon enactment.
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 10, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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