New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

S 1085: Prohibits deceptive practices and the suppression of voters, and increases penalties for violations of the elective franchise

Passed one chamber Last action January 12, 2026: REFERRED TO ELECTION LAW

Plain-language summary

S 1085 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on January 8, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits deceptive practices and the suppression of voters, and increases penalties for violations of the elective franchise. Primary sponsor: Andrea Stewart-Cousins (Democratic/Working Families). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 12, 2026): REFERRED TO ELECTION LAW.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Andrea Stewart-Cousins (Democratic/Working Families). 3 co-sponsors.