The proposed bill amends section 16-442 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, focusing on the certification of voting equipment. It establishes a committee appointed by the secretary of state, consisting of three members with specific qualifications, to investigate and test voting machines. The bill introduces new requirements stating that, starting January 1, 2029, all parts and components of certified voting machines must be sourced and manufactured entirely in the United States. Additionally, it exempts machines acquired before January 1, 2028, from these sourcing requirements.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the process for emergency certification of voting systems. While the current law allows for emergency use of certified systems with a six-month limit, the new language clarifies that the secretary of state can approve upgrades or modifications only after consulting the appointed committee. The bill also changes the terminology from "permits" to "allows" regarding the use of unapproved voting systems, maintaining the requirement for compliance with certification standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-442