Modernizes voter registration in New York; promotes access for individuals with disabilities; protects voting rights.

The bill, known as the "modernized voter registration act of New York," aims to modernize voter registration processes. It mandates automatic voter registration for eligible individuals who consent, provided by state agencies. The bill also promotes access to voting for individuals with disabilities, ensuring they can mark and cast ballots in a manner that preserves their privacy. It prohibits the use of voter caging and establishes a statewide voter hotline to assist voters. The bill makes an appropriation for these purposes.

Modernizes voter registration in New York; promotes access for individuals with disabilities; protects voting rights.

The bill, known as the "modernized voter registration act of New York," aims to modernize voter registration processes. It mandates automatic voter registration for eligible individuals who consent, provided by state agencies. The bill also promotes access to voting for individuals with disabilities, ensuring they can mark and cast ballots in a manner that preserves their privacy. It prohibits the use of voter caging and establishes a statewide voter hotline to assist voters. The bill makes an appropriation for these purposes.