The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes related to the identification and attestation requirements for voters and their agents delivering voted early ballots. Specifically, it would require that both voters and their agents present identification that complies with existing election day identification requirements when dropping off early ballots at polling places, voting centers, or emergency voting centers. Additionally, the bill mandates that a voter's agent must attest in writing that they are a family member, household member, or caregiver of the voter when delivering another person's ballot.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new provision that classifies a knowing violation of these identification and attestation requirements as a class 5 felony, which is a more severe penalty compared to the current class 6 felony for similar violations. The bill also makes technical changes to ensure consistency in language and compliance with the updated requirements. Overall, these changes aim to enhance the integrity of the early voting process in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-411, 16-548, 16-544, 16-579.02, 16-579, 16-452, 16-515, 16-204
Senate Engrossed Version: 16-411, 16-548, 16-544, 16-579.02, 16-579, 16-452, 16-515, 16-204