This bill proposes to amend the Arizona Revised Statutes by adding a new section, 16-407.04, which establishes an election security standards and practices committee. The committee, led by the Secretary of State and including various election officials and technical experts, will be responsible for creating and disseminating required and recommended election security controls, including those for testing and verifying equipment. Additionally, the committee will develop a self-assessment questionnaire for jurisdictions to confirm compliance with these standards.

The bill outlines a process for regular review and updates of security standards and practices, mandating that improvements be made by January 1 of each odd-numbered year, and that jurisdictions submit their completed self-assessment questionnaires to the Secretary of State by February 1 of each even-numbered year. This structured approach aims to enhance the security and integrity of elections in Arizona through ongoing evaluation and compliance measures.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-407.04