S 9811 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to the voting age

This bill proposes to lower the voting age in New York from 18 to 16 years old. It would amend the state constitution to allow citizens aged 16 and older to vote in all elections, provided they have lived in the state and their local area for at least 30 days before the vote. The measure requires a public referendum to be held in the next legislative session, where voters would decide whether to adopt this change. If approved by the public, the new voting age would take effect for future elections.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Apr 2026
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Introduced Apr 6, 2026 Last action Apr 28, 2026
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Apr 28, 2026
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