The resolution HCR2016 proposes significant changes to Arizona's voting system, which will require voter approval to take effect. Key changes include the elimination of voting centers and on-site early voting locations, limiting in-person voting to designated polling places. It also sets a cap of 2,500 registered voters per election precinct and removes the authority of county boards of supervisors to authorize voting centers or emergency voting centers. The resolution aims to streamline the voting process by reinforcing traditional polling places and adjusting election day procedures, including the on-site tabulation of early ballots.

Additionally, the resolution outlines regulations for the distribution and tabulation of early ballots, prohibiting election officials from delivering or mailing ballots to individuals who have not requested them, with violations classified as a class 5 felony. It establishes procedures for on-site tabulation at designated polling locations and mandates that election officials maintain transparency and provide adequate resources for early ballot processing. The resolution also includes provisions for voter identification, the responsibilities of election officials, and penalties for unlawful voting acts. If approved by voters, the changes will be enacted upon proclamation by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-411, 16-531, 16-542, 16-579.01, 16-579.02, 16-1017, 16-1018, 16-544, 16-579, 16-452, 16-515, 16-204, 15-901, 16-804, 99-410, 16-153, 16-545, 16-409, 16-584, 16-125
House Engrossed Version: 16-411, 16-531, 16-542, 16-579.01, 16-579.02, 16-1017, 16-1018, 16-544, 16-579, 16-452, 16-515, 16-204, 15-901, 16-804, 99-410, 16-153, 16-545, 16-409, 16-584, 16-125