New York A10947 mandates specific qualifications for board of elections commissioners, including experience in election administration or management.

New York A10947 amends the election law to establish qualifications for commissioners of boards of elections. These qualifications must include those set forth in section three of the public officers law and demonstrated experience in election administration or other relevant management, operations, or administrative roles in the public, non-profit, or private sector. The state board of elections must prescribe these qualifications by December 31, 2026, and they will apply to appointments made 30 days after promulgation.

New York A10947 mandates specific qualifications for board of elections commissioners, including experience in election administration or management.

New York A10947 amends the election law to establish qualifications for commissioners of boards of elections. These qualifications must include those set forth in section three of the public officers law and demonstrated experience in election administration or other relevant management, operations, or administrative roles in the public, non-profit, or private sector. The state board of elections must prescribe these qualifications by December 31, 2026, and they will apply to appointments made 30 days after promulgation.