This bill proposes to amend Arizona Revised Statutes by adding a new section, 39-130, which modifies the disclosure requirements related to public records in the context of candidate hiring processes. Under the new law, documents that are part of a candidate's hiring process, including the candidate's name, would not be disclosed until the hiring process is concluded. However, once the process is complete, the name, job title, and salary of the selected candidate may be disclosed in accordance with applicable laws.

Additionally, the bill defines key terms such as "candidate," "document," "hiring process," and "senior level public official or officer." It clarifies that a "candidate" refers to individuals applying for employment by a public body, excluding senior level officials, and specifies what constitutes a "document" in this context. The definitions aim to provide clarity on the scope of the hiring process and the types of materials involved, ensuring that sensitive information remains confidential until the hiring decision is finalized.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 39-130