New York A05263 proposes a recall process for statewide elective officers, allowing citizens to remove them from office.

New York A05263 introduces a recall mechanism for statewide elective officers, including the governor, lieutenant governor, comptroller, and attorney general. Citizens can initiate a recall by filing an affidavit with the state board of elections, providing a reason for recall. Proponents must gather sufficient signatures within 120 days, equal to at least 12% of the previous election's total votes, with at least 2,000 signatures from each congressional district. If successful, a recall election is held within 70 to 80 days, or up to 180 days if necessary.

New York A05263 proposes a recall process for statewide elective officers, allowing citizens to remove them from office.

New York A05263 introduces a recall mechanism for statewide elective officers, including the governor, lieutenant governor, comptroller, and attorney general. Citizens can initiate a recall by filing an affidavit with the state board of elections, providing a reason for recall. Proponents must gather sufficient signatures within 120 days, equal to at least 12% of the previous election's total votes, with at least 2,000 signatures from each congressional district. If successful, a recall election is held within 70 to 80 days, or up to 180 days if necessary.