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Local League of Women Voters Dedicated to Serving the Public

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Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in October 2025.

Press Mention

As we enter National Voter Education Week, Oct. 6-10, it is timely to consider how the right to vote is and has been an essential part of our democratic institution.

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League of Women Voters of New York State Vows to Protect Election Officials and Democracy

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in October 2025.

Public Statement

On Thursday, September 25th, the United States Department of Justice sued six states, including New York, for a failure to provide voter registration rolls.

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On the Ballot - Proposal #1: Constitutional Amendment to Article 14

2025 Prop 1

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in September 2025.

News

Language on the Ballot
Allows skiing and related trail facilities on state forest preserve land. The site is 1,039 acres. Requires State to add 2,500 acres of new forest land in Adirondack Park.

A yes vote authorizes new ski trails and related facilities in the Adirondack forest preserve.

A no vote does not authorize this use.

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No Harm to Our Communities: Mapping Guidance for Elected Officials

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in September 2025.

News

The League of Women Voters urges all states undertaking mid-cycle redistricting to adhere to transparent, nonpartisan standards that protect voters and communities. Redistricting is a cornerstone of representative democracy.

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League of Women Voters Statement on USCIS Policy Restricting Voter Registration at Naturalization Ceremonies

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in September 2025.

Public Statement

WASHINGTON – Today, Celina Stewart, CEO of the League of Women Voters, released the following statement in response to revised policy guidance from US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS):    

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League of Women Voters Announces Advisory Committee for Unite and Rise 8.5 Campaign

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in November 2025.

Public Statement
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Women-Led Organizations Team Up to Strengthen Democracy in Communities Nationwide

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in November 2025.

Public Statement
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League of Women Voters Mourns Passing of Former Vice President Dick Cheney

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in November 2025.

Public Statement
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League of Women Voters Celebrates Election Hero Day and Encourages Voter Action on Election Day

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in November 2025.

Public Statement
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Election Heroes Power Our Democracy

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in November 2025.

Blog Post

From maintaining voter registration databases to processing voter registrations, election workers keep all aspects of the voting system running smoothly. Those on the front lines make connections with voters to help them better understand the democratic and electoral process. 

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