If this bill were to become law, it would amend current statutes regarding the certification of voting equipment by the Secretary of State (SOS). Specifically, it would insert a new requirement that, beginning January 1, 2029, the SOS cannot certify any vote recording and vote tabulating machines unless 100% of their parts and components are sourced from and manufactured in the United States. Additionally, the bill would exempt machines acquired before January 1, 2028, from this requirement.

The bill also modifies the composition of the committee that investigates and tests voting machines, ensuring that not more than two members belong to the same political party and that at least one member has significant experience with electronic voting systems. Furthermore, it changes the language regarding the use of unapproved voting systems, replacing "permits" with "allows." Overall, these updates aim to enhance the integrity and security of voting equipment used in Arizona elections.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-442
House Engrossed Version: 16-442