The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend section 9-821.01 of the Arizona Revised Statutes to require that any election contest must be resolved before a candidate who receives a majority of votes in a primary election is declared elected to a new term in the office of mayor or city council, specifically when the office is currently held by an appointee. This change is aimed at ensuring that the election process is fully settled before a candidate is officially recognized as elected.

Additionally, the bill makes technical adjustments to the existing language, including the deletion of certain phrases and the insertion of clarifying terms. For instance, it specifies that the resolution of any election contest must occur alongside the canvass and certification of primary election results before a candidate can take the oath of office. The bill also clarifies the order of seating candidates in cases where multiple candidates receive a majority of votes, ensuring a more structured approach to municipal elections.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 9-821.01