S2333

The New York State Senate passed legislation requiring the Board of Elections to publish candidate biographical information and advertise upcoming elections, advancing a measure sponsored by Sen. Myrie to amend the Election Law. The bill passed on a 40-18 vote, with 18 senators voting in opposition. Sen. Borrello, voting against the measure, argued the bill would irresponsibly burden the Board of Elections with vetting candidate biographical information and waste resources on redundant political advertising. Borrello questioned whether the board would be required to verify information submitted by candidates, citing the example of former U.S. Rep. George Santos, and contended that voters already know candidates and election dates without additional state-funded advertising. The measure takes effect immediately upon passage.