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.
Election Day as a State Holiday
Although Election Day is not a federal holiday, it is recognized as a state holiday in New York, falling on the first Tuesday in November.
The Time Off to Vote Notice, or New York State Election Law Section 3-110, 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.
Closures and Openings
- Most government buildings, including courts, are closed on Election Day.
- Long Island Rail Road and mass transit are running on a normal schedule.
For more information on what's open and closed on Long Island, read on.
Author's summary: Election Day in New York brings closures and normal schedules.
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