New York bills · 2025 Regular Session

New York A 6227

Relates to removing citizenship as a qualification for holding public office

Introduced
In committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
To Governor
Became law

Sponsors

Tony Simone (Democratic)

Cosponsors (4)

Phara Souffrant Forrest (Democratic)
Emily Gallagher (Democratic)
Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas (Democratic/Working Families)
Marcela Mitaynes (Democratic/Working Families)

Summary

Official abstract published by the New York legislature

Removes citizenship as a qualification for holding public office in this state unless required by law.

Text versions

A6227

Roll-call votes

No recorded votes on this bill.

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Jan 7, 2026 · House
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Feb 27, 2025 · House
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