Episode 593: New York Court of Appeals Upholds Constitutionality of New Early Mail Ballot Law

American Democracy Minute

The American Democracy Minute Radio Report & Podcast for Aug. 23, 2024
New York Court of Appeals Upholds Constitutionality of New Early Mail Ballot Law
New York’s highest court upheld two lower court rulings August 20th, giving New Yorkers the opportunity to routinely vote early by mail without an excuse. The decision rebuffed state and national GOP leaders who sued to overturn it.
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Today’s Links

Articles & Resources:

State of New York Court of Appeals (via Democracy Docket) - Opinion in Elise Stefanik, et al. v. Kathy Hochul, et al.
Courthouse News Service - Republicans lose fight against mail-in voting in New York high court
Gothamist - You can vote early by mail in New York, state's top court rules
New York Board of Elections - Voting by Early Mail Ballot or Absentee Ballot
Democracy Docket - New York’s Highest Court Upholds Law Expanding Mail-in Voting, Rejects GOP Challenge
Groups Taking Action:

Vote Early NY, League of Women Voters NY, Let NY Vote Coalition, Common Cause NY

Check Your Voter Registration:

• U.S. Election Assistance Commission – Register And Vote in Your State
• USA Vote Foundation – Registration, Eligibility, State Election Office Links
• Vote.Gov – Register to Vote in Your State
• Vote.Org – Check Your Registration to Vote
  
  

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