This bill proposes significant updates to the current statutes regarding election ballots in Arizona. It includes the repeal of section 16-504 and introduces a new section that mandates any vendor providing fraud countermeasures for ballots to be certified under ISO 27001, ISO 17025, or ISO 9001:2015. Additionally, the bill specifies that ballot fraud countermeasures must incorporate at least three of ten outlined security features, which include unique watermarked paper, secure holographic foils, and various advanced printing technologies.

The bill aims to enhance the security of election ballots by establishing stringent requirements for the materials and technologies used in their production. By detailing specific countermeasures, it seeks to prevent fraud and ensure the integrity of the voting process. The changes would take effect on the general effective date, thereby modernizing the existing legal framework surrounding election ballots in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-504
Senate Engrossed Version: 16-504