New York Laws
Title 2 - Public Financing
14-211 - Debates for Candidates for Statewide Office.

ยง 14-211. Debates for candidates for statewide office. The PCFB shall
promulgate regulations to facilitate debates among participating
candidates who seek election to statewide office. Participating
candidates are required to participate in one debate before each
election for which the candidate receives public funds, unless the
participating candidate is running unopposed. Nonparticipating
candidates may participate in such debates.