This bill proposes to amend current statutes by adding "justice of the peace" and "constable" to the list of offices for which the Secretary of State (SOS) must provide a secure internet portal for qualified electors to electronically sign nomination petitions. Specifically, the bill will insert these positions into the existing language of A.R.S. § 16-317, which currently includes city or town offices, county offices, and the office of precinct committeeman. The updated language will ensure that the electronic signature collection system (E-Qual) is available for these additional offices.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the provisions of this section apply to candidates for city or town elected office, county office, justice of the peace, constable, and the office of precinct committeeman. The current law remains unchanged for all other aspects, including the requirements for the electronic signature system and the collection of nomination petition signatures. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the accessibility of the nomination process for these newly included offices.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-317
House Engrossed Version: 16-317
Senate Engrossed Version: 16-317
Chaptered Version: 16-317