Even-Year Elections in New York
New York's towns and counties will be holding elections in even-numbered years, following a unanimous ruling by the Court of Appeals.
The court upheld a law passed by Democrats that aligns more elections with the presidential race, potentially paving the way for New York City and other jurisdictions to do the same.
- The law was challenged by Republican-led counties, who argued it was an unconstitutional scheme that usurped local charters.
- The Court of Appeals ruled against them, allowing the law to stand.
New York has backed a Democrat for president each cycle since 1984.
Author's summary: New York's top court upholds law moving local elections to even-numbered years.