The bill SB1357 amends Arizona Revised Statutes section 16-547 to require that early ballot affidavits be concealable when delivered or mailed to the county recorder or other election officials. Currently, the law mandates that early ballots come with an envelope that includes the name and address of the election officer and a printed affidavit, but it does not specify that the affidavit must be concealable.

The new language emphasizes the need for privacy by ensuring that the affidavit does not reveal the voter's selections or political party affiliation. This change aims to enhance voter confidentiality and security in the early voting process. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for making conforming changes to existing laws and will take effect on the general effective date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-547
Senate Engrossed Version: 16-547