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Election Law § 14-211 · Title 2. Public Financing

Debates for candidates for statewide office

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§ 14-211. Debates for candidates for statewide office. The PCFB shall promulgate regulations to facilitate debates among participating candidates who seek election to statewide office. Participating candidates are required to participate in one debate before each election for which the candidate receives public funds, unless the participating candidate is running unopposed. Nonparticipating candidates may participate in such debates.

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Law content up to date as of October 30, 2026, as published by the New York State Senate (Open Legislation)
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https://legislation.nysenate.gov/pdf/laws/ELN14-211
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