Local law · Int 0319-2026
Requiring participation in debates by candidates receiving public matching funds
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A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring participation in debates by candidates receiving public matching funds
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New York City Council
Summary
This bill would require participation in mandatory debates by all candidates in New York City elections that receive public matching funds. Currently, the debate requirement only applies to candidates for citywide office. This bill would expand that requirement to candidates running for any elected office in New York City.
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Where it stands
Assigned to a committee for review.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Committee on Governmental Operations, State & Federal Legislation
Cosponsors
Lincoln Restler, Farah N. Louis and 10 others
Cosponsors in the order the New York City Council lists them.
- Democratic10
- Republican2
This bill has cosponsors from more than one party.
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Full history
- Jan 29, 2026
Introduced
This Introduction was Introduced by Council
NYC Council
- Jan 29, 2026
Referred to committee
This Introduction was Referred to Comm by Council to the Committee on Governmental Operations, State & Federal Legislation
NYC Council