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A 6239

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2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Alixon Collazos-Gill

Authorizes the New York State Board of Elections to create an online petitioning system for designating petitions, enabling digital signatures and faster ballot access.

Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Environment, Natural Resources, and Solid Waste Committee
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Bill Summary · A 6239

Summary of Bill A 6239 (New York)

Overview

Bill A 6239 proposes to authorize and direct the New York State Board of Elections to create an online petitioning system specifically for designating petitions. The bill was introduced on February 27, 2025 and has been referred to the Election Law committee.

Purpose and Intent

  • To modernize the petition process by enabling electronic collection of signatures for designating petitions.
  • The bill directs the State Board of Elections (BOE) to develop and implement an online system, shifting some petitioning activities from traditional paper-based methods to a digital platform.

Key Provisions (as stated)

  • Authorization: The bill authorizes the State Board of Elections to create an online petitioning system.
  • Scope: The online system would be used for designating petitions (the specific designating petitions referenced are related to ballot access and designation of candidates/party designations as part of the petition process).
  • Implementation Direction: The BOE would be charged with developing, implementing, and presumably overseeing the online petition system (exact technical, security, and regulatory specifications are not detailed in the summary).

Note: The available information does not provide the full text, so detailed provisions such as authentication methods, signature thresholds, deadlines, accessibility requirements, or budget allocations are not specified here.

Affected Parties

  • Voters: potential signers of designating petitions who would use the online system to submit signatures.
  • Candidates and political parties seeking designation on the ballot (and their circulators).
  • Election administrators and local boards of elections who would interact with or administer the system.
  • Software vendors and contractors involved in developing, maintaining, and securing the online platform.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status: Referred to the Election Law committee.
  • Timeline: Introduced February 27, 2025; no further action dates are provided. If advanced, the bill would need committee approval, floor votes in the Assembly, and, if passed, transitions to the Senate and eventual signature by the governor.
  • Related Legislation: The bill has related and companion bills from prior sessions (e.g., A 623, A 10345, A 2011; S 2163 as a companion). This indicates ongoing legislative interest in online petitioning systems.

Context and Potential Impacts

  • Accessibility and Efficiency: An online system could streamline petition collection and potentially expand access for signers who have internet access.
  • Equity Considerations: There could be concerns about the digital divide, ensuring those without reliable internet can still participate, and maintaining equitable access across communities.
  • Security and Verification: A key area for implementation would be ensuring robust identity verification, preventing fraud, and safeguarding petition data.
  • Costs and Resources: Developing and maintaining an online platform would require initial capital, ongoing maintenance, cybersecurity measures, and user support.

Next Steps

  • If the committee approves, the bill would move to floor consideration in the Assembly. A companion or related bills in the Senate (e.g., S 2163) may influence negotiations and broader agreement on the approach to online petitioning.

This summary reflects the information publicly available for Bill A 6239 as introduced. Detailed legislative text would clarify specific responsibilities, technical requirements, timelines, funding, and implementation safeguards.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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