NY Democrats blink as controversial state election bill affecting Rep. Stefanik seat declared dead: reports
The bill sought to give Gov. Kathy Hochul the power to merge election dates, leading minority party lawmakers like New York state Sen. Rob Ortt to rail against it as an affront to voters in the rural,
New York lawmakers remove controversial bill that sought to delay special election in NY-21
New York lawmakers have killed a bill that sought to delay the expected special election for the state's 21st Congressional District. Senate Bill S4588 and the Assembly version, A4881, were both introduced Friday,
NY Republicans call for racketeering investigation as Dems prepare to delay special elections
The move is meant to jam up House Republicans whose already razor thin majority in the would be lowered even further – and for longer – when North Country Rep. Elise Stefanik resigns her to serve
NY GOP fumes Dems ‘could give a s---’ about democracy as Stefanik seat targeted in new bill
A bill seeking to give Gov. Kathy Hochul the power to merge election dates led minority party lawmakers like New York state Sen. Rob Ortt to rail against it as an affront to voters in the rural, red North Country.
New York Republicans react to removal of special election delay bill
The legislation, which was introduced by New York lawmakers over the weekend, was quickly dismissed by Monday afternoon. It comes as the seat is expected to be vacated by Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik. This means voters could head to the polls sooner than expected to fill the seat.
NYS bill to delay state, congressional special elections until November pulled for now
Kathy Hochul persuaded the State Legislature to delay any action on the proposal. The bill would require all special elections to fill vacated state and congressional seats to be held on Election Day in November.
Democrats abandon effort to delay special election for Stefanik seat
Democrats in the state Legislature on Monday abruptly killed legislation that would have changed the rules for scheduling special elections in New York — a move that Republicans had alleged was being considered to try and weaken the GOP’s thin majority in Congress.
NY bill to change special election time frame put on hold
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NY lawmakers put special elections bill on hold
To increase voter turnout, Democrats want to give the governor more time to call special elections. However, a bill they ...
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State legislature halts bill that could have delayed NY-21 special election for nine months
After facing fierce backlash, the New York State legislature has halted a bill that would have pushed back the special ...
NY top school chief’s secret $155K raise sparks outrage from GOP pols: ‘Unwarranted and offensive’
Conservative state lawmakers urged the board to reconsider the “unwarranted and offensive pay increase” which brought ...
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Joseph Addabbo Jr. was first elected to the state Senate in 2008 after representing Southeast Queens for seven years in the ...
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NY Democrats were on track to frustrate Trump’s plans. What happened?
After GOP outcry, Democrats have stalled on a plan that could have kept Rep. Elise Stefanik's seat open longer.
Senate Confirms Russell Vought as Office of Management and Budget Director
Mr. Vought, an architect of Project 2025 who served in the first Trump administration, will be at the center of President ...
Local legislator introduces 5 bills to support New York’s veterans
The bills were passed by the New York State Senate Veterans, Homeland Security, and Military Affairs Committee.
New York May Change Law on Liquor Purchases
New Yorkers may be able to buy locally produced bottles of alcohol to take home from certain restaurants, a state senator ...