Summer of Primaries!
New York State will host two primaries this Summer on June 28 and August 23.
Why? The NYS Court of Appeals ruled State Senate and Congressional redistricting lines unconstitutional and ordered new maps to be drawn. As a result, their primary was pushed to August 23. However, the court’s decision did not impact the gubernatorial and assembly primaries still scheduled for June 28.
How To Vote
NYS makes it very convenient to vote, especially during a busy summer. Below are links to help you out.
- Absentee Ballot
You can request an absentee ballot to fill out and return by mail or in person.
Click here to request a ballot online from NYS BOE - Early Voting
NYS allows early voting ten days prior to Election Day.
Times and location vary by county.
Click here to find information in your County - In-Person
Election Day polls are open 6:00am – 9:00pm for in-person voting.
Not sure where you vote? Click here to find your polling location - Dates and Deadlines To Know
With two primaries, it’s tough to keep track of dates and deadlines.
We’ve got you covered. Simply click on the Primary below for a drop-down menu of important dates.
June 28 Primary - Gubernatorial and Assembly Candidates
| June 3 | Last day to register for the June primary |
| June 13 | Last day to request an absentee ballot for the June primary |
| June 18 – 26 | Early voting for the June primary |
| June 28 | Primary Election Day (last day to postmark an absentee ballot) |
August 23 Primary - Congressional and State Senate Candidates
| July 29 | Last day to register for the August primary |
| August 8 | Last day to request an absentee ballot for the August primary |
| August 13 | Early voting for the August primary |
| August 23 | Primary Election Day (last day to postmark an absentee ballot) |
CSEA Endorsements
Voting is a personal choice. CSEA simply wants to make sure your voice is heard with your vote.
CSEA has made several endorsements for the upcoming June 28 Primary listed below in our pull-down menu. Check back regularly as we update our endorsement list,
CSEA Endorsed Statewide Candidates
CSEA endorses Governor Kathy Hochul in the June 28 Primary
Since becoming Governor, Kathy Hochul has made it a top priority to fight for CSEA members and other working people. She has taken action for CSEA members, including:
- Lifting the state’s hiring freeze to address staffing shortages at state agencies to give relief to overburdened workers and improve service delivery to New Yorkers who rely on these services;
- Bonuses for eligible direct care and health care workers, as well as elevating starting pay grades for state OMH and OPWDD direct care workers;
- Unprecedented investments in child care;
- Positive pension reforms for CSEA members in Tiers 5 and 6;
- Making roads safer for CSEA highway workers through a pilot program placing speed cameras in work zones;
- Historic levels of funding for school districts;
- New funding for SUNY and community colleges;
- Expanding service credits for all eligible veterans who honorably served.
These measures are a strong start to true, positive change. With your help, we can keep moving in the right direction. Vote for Gov. Kathy Hochul on Primary Day on June 28!
Click on the Region below to view the most recent list of CSEA member-driven endorsements
Region 1 - Long Island Region
| Assembly District 6 Phil Ramos |
To volunteer for political campaigns contact: Sue Castle, Region 1 Political Action Coordinator sue.castle@cseainc.org |
Region 2 - Metropolitan Region
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Assembly District 24 Assembly District 25 Assembly District 28 Assembly District 29 Assembly District 32 Assembly District 33 Assembly District 35 Assembly District 38 Assembly District 41 Assembly District 42 Assembly District 46 Assembly District 49 Assembly District 54 Assembly District 61 Assembly District 66 Assembly District 68 Assembly District 70 Assembly District 71 Assembly District 76 Assembly District 80 Assembly District 81 Assembly District 82 Assembly District 84 Assembly District 87 |
To volunteer for political campaigns contact: Matt D’Amico, Region 2 Political Action Coordinator matt.damico@cseainc.org |
Region 3 - Southern Region
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Assembly District 89 Assembly District 92 Assembly District 103 |
To volunteer for political campaigns contact: Chris Ludlow, Region 3 Political Action Coordinator chris.ludlow@cseainc.org |
Region 4 - Capital Region
| Assembly District 111 Angelo Santabarbara |
To volunteer for political campaigns contact: Bryan Gorman, Region 4 Political Action Coordinator bryan.gorman@cseainc.org |
Region 5 - Central Region
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To volunteer for political campaigns contact: Josh Schick, Region 5 Political Action Coordinator josh.schick@cseainc.org |
Region 6 - Western Region
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To volunteer for political campaigns contact: Chris Rackl, Region 6 Political Action Coordinator chris.rackl@cseainc.org |
Successful School District Election Day!
Elections for school board and annual school budget votes took place May 17th.
The overwhelming majority of school budgets were passed by voters, giving districts the resources they need to provide vital services. Moreover, below are a list of CSEA endorsed candidates who were successful in their elections to their School Boards. Thank you to all those members who voted in these important elections!
Connetquot School District
CSEA endorsed Jaclyn Napolitano-Furno
Miller Place School District
CSEA endorsed Jenna Stingo, Ken Conway, and Jennifer Andersen
Newburgh School District
CSEA endorsed Darren Stridiron, Ryan Lamar, and John Doerre
Oceanside School District
CSEA endorsed Michael D’Ambrosio, Robert Transom and the proposed budget
Saratoga Springs School District
CSEA endorsed John Brueggemann, Natayla Lakhtakia and Dean Kolligian
Shenendehowa School District
CSEA endorsed Deanne Stephenson and Tom Templeton
Warwick Valley School District
CSEA endorsed Keith Parsons
West Hempstead School District
CSEA endorsed CSEA member Karen Brohm
West Seneca School District
CSEA endorsed Ed Bedient and Vincent Vanderlip
YOUR VOTE IS YOUR VOICE
NOT SURE IF YOU’RE REGISTERED?
Use this link to check.
REGISTER ONLINE:
Use this link to register online to vote.
REGISTER BY MAIL:
Use this link for a PDF NYS voter registration form.
REQUEST FORM:
Use this link to request a voter registration form be mailed to you.
For more information call:
1-800-FOR-VOTE (1-800-367-8683).