Measure Would Ensure Elections Do Not Coincide With Religious Holidays
The Senate today approved a measure that would permit elections to be rescheduled if they fall on a date that coincides with a period of religious observance.
This legislation was drafted in response to a special school election that was scheduled in Long Branch, Monmouth Beach, Sea Bright, and Oceanport during Rosh Hashanah.
“This legislations will help to ensure equal access to all voters, some of whom would otherwise be restricted if a special election fell on a religious holiday,” said Kean. “Passage of this bill will help make the voting process more accessible to all residents.”
The legislation, S-3186, will provide adjustment and notice of date on which certain elections can occur if the date coincides with a religious holiday. Potential election dates are set by state statutes and therefore municipalities are unable to change them when they fall on religious holidays.
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