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Senate narrows legal test for voter residency, allowing registration where a voter shows intent and connection
Summary
Senators approved a bill codifying court standards that a voter’s intent to return and physical presence determine residency for voter registration; floor debate raised concerns about second‑home owners and college students.
The Senate on Jan. 11 passed legislation clarifying that a voter’s registration residence is determined principally by the voter’s intent to return and maintain a connection, aligning statute with recent court rulings. The clerk announced the vote as Ayes 39, Nays 22.
The sponsor said the bill codifies case law from the New York courts, including rulings that weekend or country homes may…
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