SB1360 is a bill that seeks to prohibit the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or machine learning technology in the election process in Arizona. The bill amends sections 16-442, 16-552, and 16-621 of the Arizona Revised Statutes to disallow the use of machines, devices, firmware, or software that contain AI or learning hardware, firmware, or software for processing early ballots, verifying voter affidavits, and electronically adjudicating votes. Additionally, the bill removes the authority of the Secretary of State and city or town governing bodies to provide for the experimental use of voting systems or devices without final adoption.

The bill specifies that machines and devices used in elections must not include AI or learning capabilities and makes technical changes to the current law. It also clarifies that the emergency use of upgrades or modifications to voting systems is limited to no more than six months, after which the system must be decertified unless certified in accordance with the law. The bill becomes effective on the general effective date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-442, 16-552, 16-621, 16-551, 16-591, 16-594, 16-672, 16-584
Senate Engrossed Version: 16-442, 16-552, 16-621, 16-551, 16-591, 16-594, 16-672, 16-584