This bill proposes to amend current election laws by adding a new section to the Arizona Revised Statutes that prohibits public officers or employees involved in election administration or operations from performing those duties if they are candidates on the ballot for that election. The only exception to this prohibition is for precinct committeemen, who would still be allowed to engage in election duties even if they are candidates.

The current statutes remain unchanged, but the new language will explicitly outline the restrictions on election officials who are also candidates, thereby enhancing the integrity of the election process. This amendment aims to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure that election administration is conducted fairly and impartially.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-231
Senate Engrossed Version: 16-231