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Committee on Criminal Justice

Thursday, October 22, 2026 · 10:30 AM AM · Council Chambers - City Hall

TL;DR

The Committee on Criminal Justice introduced two bills aimed at improving voting access for incarcerated individuals in New York City jails. The proposals would establish procedures for early mail and absentee voting for people in Department of Correction custody and require reporting on voter registration and voting rates in city facilities.

Key Decisions

  • Local Law on Early Mail and Absentee Ballots for Incarcerated Voters Introduced
  • Local Law on Voter Registration and Voting Reporting in City Jails Introduced
Agenda PDF

Agenda

  1. Int 0786-2026 A Local Law to amend the New York city charter, in relation to procedures for early mail and absentee ballots for voters in department of correction custody
    Introduction
  2. Int 0797-2026 A Local Law to amend the New York city charter, in relation to reporting on voter registration and voting in city jails
    Introduction