Summer of Primaries!
New York State will hold a second primary this Summer on 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 was still held on 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
Important deadlines for the August 23 Primary
| 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
Governor Hochul was overwhelmingly successful in her June 28 primary bid. Since becoming Governor she has made fighting for CSEA members a top priority. Here are just a few of her accomplishments on behalf of us:
- Lifted the state’s hiring freeze
- Secured bonuses for direct care and health care workers
- Made major investments in childcare
- Made positive pension reforms
- Ensured historic levels of funding for school districts
- Expanded service credits for all eligible veterans who honorably served.
CSEA endorses Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado
Lietenant Governor Delgado was also overwhelmingly successful in his June 28 primary bid. CSEA has developed a solid relationship with Delgado during his time Representative for New York’s 19th Congressional District. “He supported the American Rescue plan that brought much-needed revenue to our State and local governments and into our communities. He helped pass that act which in turn helped us all weather the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic,” said CSEA President Mary E. Sullivan in her statement announcing this endorsement.
Click on the Region below to view the most recent list of CSEA member-driven endorsements
Region 1 - Long Island Region
| No endorsements in the August 23 primary | 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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Congressional District 7 Congressional District 8 Congressional District 11 Congressional District 13 Senate District 11 Senate District 15 Senate District 21 Senate District 22 Senate District 23 Senate District 25 Senate District 26 Senate District 27 Senate District 29 Senate District 30 Senate District 31 Senate District 32 Senate District 34 Senate District 47 |
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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Congressional District 17 |
To volunteer for political campaigns contact: Chris Ludlow, Region 3 Political Action Coordinator chris.ludlow@cseainc.org |
Region 4 - Capital Region
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Congressional District 20 Senate District 44 |
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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Congressional District 22 |
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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Congressional District 26 Senate District 61 |
To volunteer for political campaigns contact: Chris Rackl, Region 6 Political Action Coordinator chris.rackl@cseainc.org |
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).