This bill proposes several updates to the current statutes regarding the compensation of state legislators in Arizona. Notably, it establishes a new annual salary of $70,000 for members of the legislature, effective January 1, 2027, replacing the existing provisions that do not specify a salary amount. Additionally, the bill modifies the language surrounding travel and subsistence reimbursements, changing "attendance upon" to "attending" and clarifying that these expenses are incurred for legislative matters with prior approval from the presiding officer.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new provision stating that the chapter does not apply to the office of state legislator, thereby exempting it from certain reviews and recommendations by the commission that oversees the pay of elective state officers. It also removes the requirement for the commission's recommendations on legislative salaries to be submitted to voters for approval, streamlining the process for implementing salary changes. Lastly, the bill stipulates that it will only take effect if the Arizona Constitution is amended by a vote of the people, ensuring that any changes to compensation are contingent upon broader constitutional approval.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-1103, 41-1903, 41-1904