Common Cause/NY Statement on Appeals Court Decision to Protect Early Mail Voting

NEW YORK, NY (08/20/2024) (readMedia)-- Today, the New York State Court of Appeals ruled in a 6-1 decision that New York's early vote-by-mail law is constitutional. In response, Susan Lerner, Executive Director of Common Cause New York, issued the following statement praising the Court's decision and encouraging voters to take advantage of this major voting reform.

"Common Cause New York praises the Court for affirming the constitutionality of New Yorkers' right to vote early by mail. This important electoral reform helps reduce the barriers to participation and allows more New Yorkers to make their voice heard. We encourage voters to take advantage of this convenient, accessible opportunity and vote early by mail this November!"