Bill
A 626
Overview: A 626, "Relates to the procedure for filling a vacancy in the office of state senator or in the office of member of assembly", REFERRED TO ELECTION LAW, Introduced on Jan
Overview: A 626, "Relates to the procedure for filling a vacancy in the office of state senator or in the office of member of assembly", REFERRED TO ELECTION LAW, Introduced on January 08, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is to update the procedures for filling vacancies in the New York State Senate and Assembly, specifying the timeline and process for appointing replacements.
Key Provisions:
- Requires the governor to call a special election to fill a vacancy in the state Senate or Assembly within 90 days of the seat becoming vacant
- Allows the political party of the previous officeholder to recommend a candidate to the governor for appointment to the vacant seat until the special election is held
- Mandates that the special election to fill the vacancy be held on the next available election date that is at least 70 days after the governor's proclamation
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would impact the process for filling legislative vacancies, potentially affecting the partisan balance of power in the state legislature depending on the timing and outcomes of special elections. Voters in the affected districts would also be impacted by the special election process.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Assembly Election Law Committee for further review and consideration. If enacted, the new vacancy filling procedures would take effect immediately.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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