A00274
Type: B Origin: Assembly New York Comments: 0

Lowers The Voting Age To 16 Years; Requires That Students Receive Education In Civics And Be Given The Opportunity To Register To Vote In The Classroom.

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The bill aims to lower the voting age to 16 years and mandates that students must receive civics education and be provided with the chance to register to vote while in school. This change intends to engage younger citizens in the democratic process earlier on and foster civic participation among students. If passed, this bill could significantly impact voter demographics by expanding the electorate to include 16- and 17-year-olds.

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  • 2023-01-04: referred to election law

  • 2024-01-03: referred to election law

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