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- Advanced to third reading cal.767
- Reported
- Referred to election law
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Relates to prohibiting certain candidates for public office from serving as poll watchers
Senate Floor Calendar · Sponsor Betty Little
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BILL NUMBER:A10479
Title of bill
An act to amend the election law, in relation to poll watchers
Purpose or general idea of bill
This bill is intended to prohibit a candidate from serving as a poll watcher in an election district in which they appear on the ballot.
Summary of specific provisions
Section 1 of the bill amends subdivision 1 of election law § 8-500 to prohibit a candidate from serving as a poll watcher in an election district in which they appear on the ballot.
Section 2 of the bill is the effective date.
Justification
In some jurisdictions, it is common for candidates to be appointed poll watchers in election districts in which they appear on the ballot. Election inspectors have stated that this borders on electioneering within the poll site and is intimidating to voters. This bill would prohibit the option of candidates working as poll watchers in such circumstances.
Prior legislative history
None.
Fiscal implication
None.
Effective date
This act would take effect immediately.
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