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.
While government offices are closed, the Long Island Rail Road and mass transit will operate on a normal schedule.
Time Off to Vote
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.
Closures and Openings
- State and local government buildings: closed
- Courts: closed
- Long Island Rail Road and mass transit: normal schedule
No federal holiday, but recognized as one in New York State.
For the latest political news, sign up for updates.
Author's summary: Election Day closures in New York.
More News
- Is London The Top City In The World For This Cuisine? These Chefs Say Yes
- Netanyahu: Won’t quit politics for pardon in corruption trial
- The first week of testimony in Brian Walshe’s murder trial is over. Here are takeaways from Day 5
- Spillcontrol – Spill Control
- Golden State Warriors vs Cleveland Cavaliers | Live Play-By-Play & Reactions
- Golden State Warriors vs Cleveland Cavaliers regular season game: Full injury report, who's out, and more
- CHEFS (@chefs_podcast) - Instagram photos and videos
- Oil spills and technological cooperation for their prevention
- Over 4,000 gallons of oil and toxic wastewater spill in San Ardo
- Solidarity on Trial in Greece