Election Day is a state holiday in New York, resulting in the closure of state and local government buildings.
Despite the closure of government offices, the Long Island Rail Road and mass transit will operate on a normal schedule.
According to the Time Off to Vote Notice (New York State Election Law Section 3-110), employees can take up to two hours off without pay loss to vote if they cannot attend polls during their shift.
The first Tuesday in November is recognized as a state holiday in New York State, although it is not a federal holiday.
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Author's summary: Election Day closures in New York.