The proposed bill, SB1374, amends Arizona election law by requiring individuals (excluding government entities) to certify that they are not knowingly receiving foreign donations before entering into agreements with government entities for election administration services. This certification must be submitted to the Secretary of State at least ten business days prior to the agreement and must be updated annually or within five business days of acquiring new information. Failure to provide accurate certification will result in the invalidation of the agreement and could lead to a class 1 misdemeanor charge.

Additionally, the bill empowers the Attorney General to take legal action against individuals who violate these certification requirements, including seeking damages and injunctions. It also allows qualified electors and state officers to initiate civil actions to enforce compliance. The Secretary of State is tasked with maintaining records of these certifications and ensuring government entities report any contributions for election administration. Overall, the bill aims to enhance transparency and accountability in election-related financial dealings.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-407.04, 16-407.05
Senate Engrossed Version: 16-407.04, 16-407.05