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 closure of government offices, the Long Island Rail Road and mass transit will operate on a normal schedule.
Key Facts
- Election Day is not a federal holiday, but it is recognized as a state holiday in New York.
- The New York State Election Law Section 3-110 allows employees to take up to two hours off without loss of pay to vote if they cannot attend the polls during their shift.
- Most government buildings, including courts, will be closed on Election Day.
The Time Off to Vote Notice states that an employee may take off up to two hours without loss of pay to vote if they do not have time to attend the polls between the beginning and end of their shift.
For more information on what's open and closed on Long Island, check the latest updates.
Author's summary: Election Day in New York brings closures and normal schedules.