Permits political parties to designate or nominate candidates for positions to be filled by all the voters, and perform other functions without forming county committees.
Impact
The implications of S07111 could significantly alter the operational landscape for political parties in New York. It allows parties the ability to act more independently without being bound by county-level governance structures. This could expedite candidate nominations and enhance party responsiveness, potentially increasing voter engagement. However, it also raises concerns about the oversight and accountability of party operations, as the traditional framework that included county committees would no longer be a requirement.
Summary
Bill S07111, introduced by Senator Harckham, seeks to amend the election law in New York State by allowing political parties to undertake certain functions without the necessity of forming county committees. The intent of the bill is to streamline processes related to candidacy and party organization, ensuring that parties have the operational flexibility to designate or nominate candidates for positions that are to be filled by voters across the state. Such changes would provide political parties with greater autonomy in managing their internal processes, particularly in instances where county committees do not exist.
Conclusion
Ultimately, while Bill S07111 aims to facilitate greater flexibility for political parties, it poses significant challenges regarding voter rights and the democratic process. The legislative discourse surrounding the bill highlights the need for careful consideration of the balance between party autonomy and equitable voter representation.
Contention
Key points of contention surrounding the bill involve the possibility of misuse concerning voter enrollment decisions. The bill permits a process whereby enrolled members of a political party can have their party affiliation scrutinized and potentially canceled if deemed 'not in sympathy' with party principles. This has raised alarms regarding voter rights and the potential for discrimination within party operations. Critics argue that this may lead to disenfranchisement or discourage participation among voters who may not fully align with party ideologies.
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Permits political parties to designate or nominate candidates for positions to be filled by all the voters, and perform other functions without forming county committees.
Provides that a manual recount shall not apply to a political party designating or nominating candidates for the first time, to candidates nominated by party caucus, nor to candidates for judicial offices.
Provides for the declination of a designation as a candidate or nomination for a party position if the person designated or nominated has received a diagnosis of a serious health condition or has resigned the office for which they are nominated or designated to run for re-election.
Provides for the declination of a designation as a candidate or nomination for a party position if the person designated or nominated has received a diagnosis of a serious health condition or has resigned the office for which they are nominated or designated to run for re-election.
Makes provisions relating to the joint nomination of candidates for the offices of governor and lieutenant governor; provides candidates be designated jointly either by the state committee or by petition; provides said petition will be valid only if it jointly designates both candidates.
Makes provisions relating to the joint nomination of candidates for the offices of governor and lieutenant governor; provides candidates be designated jointly either by the state committee or by petition; provides said petition will be valid only if it jointly designates both candidates.
Permits New York city voters to sign designating petitions for multiple candidates for the same New York City municipal public office or party position.
Permits New York city voters to sign designating petitions for multiple candidates for the same New York City municipal public office or party position.
Relates to notifying candidates of designation for certain county committees; requires the board of elections of the city of New York to provide notice to each candidate designated in a petition for election to a party position of a county committee located within the city of New York.
Campaign finance: contributions and expenditures; provision related to officeholders raising funds when facing a recall; modify, and require candidate to establish a separate account used for recall purposes. Amends secs. 3, 11, 12, 21, 24 & 52 of 1976 PA 388 (MCL 169.203 et seq.) & adds sec. 21b.
Campaign finance: contributions and expenditures; funds donated to a candidate for recall efforts; require candidate to establish a separate account used for recall purposes. Amends secs. 3, 11, 12, 21, 24 & 52 of 1976 PA 388 (MCL 169.203 et seq.) & adds sec. 21b.
A concurrent resolution recognizing wild rice as sacred and central to the culture and health of Indigenous Peoples in Minnesota and critical to the health and identity of all Minnesota citizens and ecosystems and establishing a commitment to passing legislation to protect wild rice and the freshwater resources upon which it depends.