The proposed bill would significantly amend current election statutes by removing the authority of county boards of supervisors and county recorders to establish voting centers and on-site early voting locations. Specifically, it would limit election precincts to a maximum of 1,000 registered voters, thereby altering the existing framework for precinct designation. The bill would also eliminate provisions that allow for emergency voting centers and the establishment of early voting locations, which are currently permitted under specific resolutions by the board of supervisors.

In addition to these major changes, the bill would make various technical and conforming adjustments to existing laws. For instance, it would modify language regarding the appointment of election officials and the processing of early ballots, ensuring that all references to voting centers are removed. Overall, if enacted, this bill would restrict voting options and alter the management of election processes in Arizona, as indicated by the deletions and insertions in the current statutes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-411, 16-531, 16-542, 16-579.01, 16-579.02, 16-1017, 16-1018, 16-544, 16-579, 16-452, 16-515, 16-204, 15-901, 16-804, 99-410, 16-153, 16-545, 16-409, 16-584, 16-125
House Engrossed Version: 16-411, 16-531, 16-542, 16-579.01, 16-579.02, 16-1017, 16-1018, 16-544, 16-579, 16-452, 16-515, 16-204, 15-901, 16-804, 99-410, 16-153, 16-545, 16-409, 16-584, 16-125