Prohibits deceptive practices and voter suppression in New York elections.
The bill, known as the "deceptive practices and voter suppression prevention act," amends the election law to prohibit deceptive practices and voter suppression. It defines "deceptive information" as false information about election details, voter eligibility, or candidate affiliations. The bill allows aggrieved individuals to seek civil remedies for violations and grants the attorney general concurrent jurisdiction with district attorneys for prosecutions.
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