Possible delay for (NY) 20th CD race?

[brooklynite]

Source: Albany Times-Union

The AP is reporting that a U.S. Department of Justice lawsuit could delay next week’s special election in the 20th CD.

Here’s the story:

ALBANY — A U.S. Department of Justice lawsuit could delay next week’s special election in the 20th Congressional District because military and overseas absentee voters might not have enough time for their votes to be counted.

The complaint says the Department of Defense has determined that overseas voters need at least 30 days to receive and return ballots. The DoD recommends at least 45 days.

In New York, a special election must happen within 30 days of the governor calling for it. The ballot for this vote was certified March 11.

Read more: http://blogs.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/12779/possible-delay-for-20th-cd-race

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