SCR1043 is a resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of Arizona, specifically adding section 8 to article XIII, concerning municipal corporations. The purpose of the amendment is to ensure that in cities or towns where council members are elected by district, ward, precinct, or other geographic designations, only voters who are qualified electors of that specific geographic area are eligible to vote for their respective council member candidates in any type of election, including primary, general, runoff, or other elections. This aligns with current Arizona law as outlined in A.R.S. § 9-821.01.

Additionally, the resolution prohibits city or town elections from allowing voters to rank candidates in any manner other than casting a single vote for one candidate per office to be filled. The Secretary of State is required to submit this proposition to the voters at the next general election. If approved by the voters and proclaimed by the Governor, the amendment will become effective. There is no anticipated fiscal impact to the state General Fund from this legislation. The fact sheet was prepared by Senate Research on February 7, 2024.