The resolution HCR2013, sponsored by Representative Kolodin, seeks to reform Arizona's early voting procedures and impose stricter regulations on foreign contributions in election administration. Key changes include revised deadlines and methods for returning early ballots, the introduction of on-site tabulation during early voting, and requirements for early mail voters to periodically confirm their addresses. The resolution also specifies that early ballots must be returned by 7:00 PM on election day and outlines acceptable methods for ballot submission. Additionally, it mandates that government entities in Arizona cannot accept foreign funds or services for election-related activities, requiring vendors to certify their compliance and report regularly to the Secretary of State.

The resolution establishes the "Arizona Free and Fair Elections Act," which allows qualified electors and state officers to initiate civil actions against violations of the foreign contributions prohibition. It includes provisions for schools to provide adequate voting space and clarifies that federally recognized tribal nations are not considered foreign governments under this act. The resolution also details the process for managing the active early voting list, handling early ballots, and addressing challenges to ballots. Overall, HCR2013 aims to enhance the integrity of Arizona's electoral process by eliminating foreign influence and streamlining early voting procedures.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-407.04, 16-407.05, 16-544, 16-547, 16-548, 16-550, 16-560.01, 16-919, 16-901, 16-452, 99-410, 16-166, 16-542, 16-191, 16-152, 16-545, 16-579, 16-1005, 16-579.02, 16-550.01, 16-168, 16-551, 16-602, 16-449
House Engrossed Version: 16-407.04, 16-407.05, 16-411, 16-449, 16-542, 16-544, 16-547, 16-548, 16-551, 16-552, 16-579.01, 16-901, 16-919, 16-579.02, 16-579, 16-452, 16-515, 16-204, 16-804, 99-410, 16-153, 16-545, 16-409, 16-166, 16-191, 16-1005, 16-531, 16-622, 16-591, 16-594, 16-672, 16-584