The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes related to the conduct of elections in Arizona, specifically sections 16-411 and 16-548. It would introduce new requirements for voters and their agents who deliver voted early ballots to polling places, voting centers, or emergency voting centers. Specifically, voters would need to present identification that complies with existing election day requirements, and their names must reasonably match the information on the ballot affidavit. Additionally, voters' agents would also need to present identification and attest in writing that they are a family member, household member, or caregiver of the voter.

Furthermore, the bill would classify any knowing violation of these new identification and attestation requirements as a class 5 felony. It would also make technical and conforming changes to existing laws, ensuring that all voting centers and emergency voting centers that accept early ballots adhere to the new identification and attestation protocols. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the integrity of the early ballot drop-off process while maintaining the existing framework of election laws.

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