The resolution SCR1014 asserts that the Arizona Legislature must remain in session during presidential election years and emphasizes that the authority to appoint presidential electors lies solely with the Legislature, as outlined in the United States Constitution. This resolution highlights the constitutional provision that allows state legislatures to determine the manner in which electors are appointed, thereby reinforcing the Legislature's role in the electoral process.
Additionally, the resolution clarifies that while the Arizona Secretary of State is responsible for certifying elections, the appointment of presidential electors is exclusively the Legislature's responsibility. There is no anticipated fiscal impact on the state General Fund as a result of this legislation. The resolution aims to ensure that the legislative body is actively involved in the electoral process during critical election years.