If enacted, this bill would amend current statutes regarding the filling of vacancies for precinct committeemen in Arizona. The bill introduces new language that specifies the process for filling such vacancies, requiring that the county chairman submit a list of names to the county recorder or officer in charge of elections. The county recorder or officer must then approve or reject the appointment within 14 days of receiving the name. Additionally, the bill designates that if a legislative district spans multiple counties, the precinct committeemen from the county with the highest number of registered voters in that political party will act as the county committee for that district.

The bill also modifies existing language by removing the board of supervisors' role in filling vacancies and instead places the responsibility on the county chairman's recommendations. It clarifies that a vacancy is considered filled once the list is submitted, and it updates the criteria for voting at organizing meetings to allow only those precinct committeemen elected before the meeting date to participate. Overall, these changes aim to streamline the process of appointing precinct committeemen and ensure timely approvals.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-821
House Engrossed Version: 16-821