The proposed bill would update current Arizona statutes on voter registration by introducing new requirements and prohibitions. It would prohibit Arizona from joining any multistate voter registration organization that necessitates sharing voter registration information, with a specified exception. Additionally, it would require county recorders to suspend a voter's registration status upon receiving information indicating ineligibility, notify the voter of this suspension, and allow them to address the issue. The bill also mandates that any voter whose registration is canceled due to ineligibility must re-register to vote. Moreover, the bill would allow the Secretary of State (SOS) to join a governmental or nongovernmental entity for the purpose of sharing and verifying voter registration information, provided that the entity's membership consists solely of state election officials. It would also require the SOS to report annually on the membership terms and the number of voters removed from the registration system. Additional provisions include establishing a general voter registration list maintenance program, sending nonforwardable mail notices to voters for registration updates, and ensuring that all maintenance actions are recorded in the statewide voter registration system. Overall, these changes aim to enhance the integrity and management of voter registration in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-166
House Engrossed Version: 16-166, 16-174, 16-175, 16-176, 16-131
Senate Engrossed Version: 16-166, 16-174, 16-175, 16-176, 16-131