New York Democrats Introduce New Congressional Map
The Democratic majority in New York’s state Legislature introduced a new congressional map that they’re hoping to pass as soon as possible.
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New York Democrats Reject Commission’s Proposed Congressional Map
The Democratic majority in the New York Legislature today voted against adopting a new map for the Empire State’s 26 congressional districts, drawn by the Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC).
Bard College Calls Out Lack of Polling Sites on New York College Campuses
Last week, a vice president at Bard College in New York sent a letter to college presidents and administrators urging them to take action for more polling places at university and college campuses across the Empire State.
New York’s Independent Redistricting Commission Releases New Congressional Map
Today, New York’s Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) voted to pass a new congressional map after the state’s highest court ordered the IRC to draw a new congressional map for 2024.
Latino Voters on Long Island Bring Second Challenge Under New York Voting Rights Act
Long Island voters have filed a New York Voting Rights Act challenge to the Nassau County Legislature’s map, marking the second lawsuit brought under the new state-level voting rights act.
New York Elections Board Keeps Trump on State Primary Ballot
Despite objections from Democratic lawmakers, former President Donald Trump can remain on the New York primary ballot, the state’s Board of Elections declared yesterday.
New York Court Rejects GOP Challenge to Mail-In Voting Expansion
New York’s new expansive mail-in voting law will stand after a trial court dismissed a Republican challenge to the law earlier today.
New York Hispanic Voters File First Lawsuit Under State Voting Rights Act
Today, a group of five Hispanic voters from Mount Pleasant, New York filed the first lawsuit under the New York Voting Rights Act challenging Mount Pleasant’s at-large system for electing members to the town board.
New York Senate Passes Package of Pro-Voting Bills
Less than a week after gaveling into its legislative session, the New York Senate is already taking action to defend democracy, passing a slate of bills improving election administration and expanding voting rights.
New York’s Highest Court Orders New Congressional Map for 2024
Today, in a 4-3 decision, New York’s highest court ruled that the state’s Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) must redraw the state’s congressional map before the 2024 elections.