The resolution HCR2037 proposes amendments to the eligibility requirements for individuals seeking legislative and statewide office in Arizona. Specifically, it stipulates that candidates for legislative office must not have been registered lobbyists for at least one year prior to the primary election, while candidates for statewide office must not have been lobbyists for two years before the primary election. Additionally, it prohibits members of school district governing boards, county boards of supervisors, and city or town councils from engaging in paid lobbying for any person or entity. The resolution aims to enhance the integrity of public office by ensuring that those in positions of power have not recently been involved in lobbying activities.

Furthermore, the resolution mandates that the Secretary of State submit this proposal to voters during the next general election, and it will only take effect if approved by the electorate and proclaimed by the Governor. The amendments also include a technical adjustment that reduces the lobbying prohibition period for legislative candidates from two years to one year. Overall, the resolution seeks to reinforce ethical standards in government by limiting the influence of lobbyists on elected officials.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-3101, 13-3102, 13-3110, 36-540, 13-925, 13-3601, 13-706, 13-901.03, 13-3102.01, 13-2301, 11-441, 13-3112, 108-277, 13-2308, 13-2312, 13-3409, 13-3411
House Engrossed Version: 13-3101