This bill proposes significant updates to the current statutes regarding the election of presidential electors in Arizona. Under the current law, presidential electors cast their votes for the candidates who received the highest number of votes in the state as prescribed in the canvass. The bill would amend this by stating that electors must cast their votes for the candidates nominated by the political party or organization that nominated them, thereby changing the basis for how electors are selected.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new framework for a national popular vote agreement among member states, which includes provisions for conducting statewide popular elections for president and vice president, determining national popular vote totals, and certifying electors based on these totals. It outlines the roles of chief election officials in member states, the process for resolving ties, and the conditions under which states can withdraw from the agreement. This comprehensive update aims to align Arizona's electoral process with a national popular vote system, should a majority of states adopt similar measures.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-212, 16-344