The bill SB1105 amends existing Arizona election laws to require every county recorder or officer in charge of elections to provide a method for electors to have their completed early ballots tabulated on-site at polling places or voting centers on election day. This change shifts the language from allowing this practice to mandating it, thereby increasing accessibility for voters who choose to vote early. Additionally, the bill exempts counties that only tabulate election day ballots at a central location from this requirement.

The bill also clarifies procedures for on-site tabulation, including the responsibilities of election officials and the necessary steps for electors to follow when presenting their early ballots. It specifies that electors must present valid identification and outlines the process for handling early ballots, including the prohibition against removing early ballots from the tabulation area once separated from their affidavit envelopes. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the voting process while ensuring that election officials maintain proper oversight and security during on-site tabulation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-579.01, 16-579.02, 16-579
Senate Engrossed Version: 16-579.01, 16-579.02, 16-579