Gov. Kathy Hochul (D-NY) signed a law on Saturday that will allow voters to receive water while waiting to vote in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary next week, in the hopes it can cool off those who wish to cast their ballots.
Extreme heat is set to scorch New York City as residents go to the polls on Tuesday, with heat indexes indicating temperatures of up to 110 degrees.
“Our democracy works best when every eligible voter has a chance to cast their ballot,” Hochul said in a statement. “Providing water to voters waiting in line is a common-sense way to ensure New Yorkers have an easy, safe and secure experience in the voting booth. I’m committing to protecting the right to vote for all
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