This bill proposes updates to current voter registration laws in Arizona by establishing a clear procedure for county recorders to follow when they receive information indicating that a registered voter has not provided satisfactory documentary proof of citizenship. Specifically, it mandates that if a county recorder receives such information from the motor vehicle division, they must notify the voter within 60 days. The notice will inform the voter that if they do not provide satisfactory proof of citizenship within 35 days, their registration status will change to "not registered," making them ineligible to vote until valid proof is submitted. Additionally, it clarifies that voters registered before January 24, 2005, are exempt from providing proof unless they register in a different county.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that if a voter fails to provide the required proof of citizenship after the next general election, their registration will be canceled. The provisions of this bill will be repealed after December 31, 2026, and it includes an emergency clause, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage. Overall, these changes aim to enhance the verification process for voter registration and ensure compliance with citizenship requirements.

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Introduced Version: 32-742.01