Election Day in New York: What's Open and Closed
Election Day is a state holiday in New York, resulting in the closure of state and local government buildings.
Despite the holiday, the Long Island Rail Road and mass transit will operate on a normal schedule.
Government Offices and Buildings
State and local government offices, including courts, will be closed on Election Day.
Voting Leave
According to the Time Off to Vote Notice (New York State Election Law Section 3-110), employees can take up to two hours off without loss of pay to vote if they don't have time to attend the polls during their shift.
What's Open and Closed on Long Island
- State and local government offices: closed
- Long Island Rail Road and mass transit: open, normal schedule
- Courts: closed
No federal holiday, but recognized as one in New York State.
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