Requires the filling of vacancies in the office of lieutenant-governor be done subject to confirmation by a two-thirds vote in the senate and a two-thirds vote in the assembly.

This bill mandates that any appointments to fill a vacancy in the lieutenant governor's office must be approved by a two-thirds majority vote in both the New York State Senate and Assembly. This process aims to ensure that such important appointments receive broad legislative support. Currently, there may be less stringent requirements for filling this position.

Supporters of the bill argue that requiring a two-thirds vote for filling the lieutenant governor's vacancy enhances democratic accountability and ensures that the appointee has widespread support from both legislative chambers. They believe this will lead to more thoughtful and representative decisions regarding leadership in the state.

Critics contend that this bill could create unnecessary delays in filling a crucial leadership position, potentially leaving the state without effective governance during a vacancy. They argue that the two-thirds requirement may be overly burdensome and could lead to political gridlock, undermining the functionality of the state's executive branch.