This bill proposes updates to section 41-1202 of the Arizona Revised Statutes regarding the process for filling legislative vacancies. The current law specifies that the board of supervisors must appoint a person to fill a vacancy from three nominees submitted by the state party chairman, with specific timelines for appointments depending on whether the legislature is in session or not. The bill introduces new language that allows the board of supervisors to also consider any current or previously elected official who meets the necessary qualifications and resides in the same legislative district and county as the previous officeholder.

Additionally, the bill modifies the appointment process by allowing the state party chairman to appoint from the three nominees or from any current or previously elected official considered by the board of supervisors if the board fails to fill the vacancy within the designated timeframes. This change aims to provide greater flexibility in the appointment process and ensure that qualified candidates are available for consideration, thereby enhancing the efficiency of filling legislative vacancies.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-1202