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S 6072

Enacts the "Modernized voter registration act of New York"

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Liz Krueger and 3 co-sponsors

S 6072 - Modernized Voter Registration Act of New York OverviewBill Number: S 6072 Title: Enacts the "Modernized Voter Registration Act of New York" Status: REFERRED TO ELECTIONS

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Bill Summary · S 6072

S 6072 - Modernized Voter Registration Act of New York

Overview

Bill Number: S 6072
Title: Enacts the "Modernized Voter Registration Act of New York"
Status: REFERRED TO ELECTIONS
Introduced: March 05, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The Modernized Voter Registration Act of New York aims to update and streamline the state's voter registration processes to increase accessibility and participation in elections. The bill's primary goals are to implement automatic voter registration, expand online registration options, and establish same-day voter registration.

Key Provisions

  • Requires automatic voter registration for eligible citizens when interacting with designated state agencies (e.g. DMV, social services)
  • Expands online voter registration to all eligible citizens, not just those with a state-issued ID
  • Allows eligible citizens to register to vote on Election Day at their polling place
  • Mandates that voter registration information be kept confidential and not used for commercial purposes
  • Directs the state to conduct a public awareness campaign to educate citizens about the new registration options

Affected Parties and Impacts

The bill would impact all eligible voters in New York by making the registration process more convenient and accessible. It is expected to increase voter registration and turnout, particularly among young, low-income, and minority citizens who face greater barriers to traditional registration methods.

State and local election officials would need to update their systems and procedures to implement the new registration options. The public awareness campaign would also require additional funding and resources.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

S 6072 has been referred to the New York State Senate Elections Committee for consideration. If passed by the committee and both chambers of the state legislature, the bill would then go to the governor for signature into law. The new registration provisions would likely take effect in time for the next statewide election cycle, pending the implementation timeline set forth in the final legislation.

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

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