This bill proposes several updates to current statutes regarding constitutional convention delegates in Arizona. It introduces new requirements for delegates, including a mandatory oath of office that they must take before accepting their appointment. The bill stipulates that any approved amendment to the U.S. Constitution must be ratified by a bill passed by the Arizona Legislature and approved by the Governor. Additionally, it establishes penalties for delegates who act in a "faithless" manner, classifying such actions as a class 2 felony and imposing a civil penalty of at least $5,000. Faithless delegates would be immediately disqualified from the delegation, with the President of the Arizona Senate and the Speaker of the Arizona House responsible for determining disqualification.

The bill also defines key terms such as "delegate," "faithless constitutional convention delegate," and "legal convention scope," providing clarity on the roles and responsibilities of delegates. It requires delegates to report any violations of the oath or other misconduct to the Attorney General and legislative leaders. Furthermore, the bill includes a severability clause to ensure that if any provision is found invalid, the remaining provisions can still be enforced. Overall, these changes aim to enhance accountability and adherence to the legal framework governing constitutional amendments in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-1108
House Engrossed Version: 41-1108