HCR2048 is a proposed constitutional amendment in Arizona that seeks to modify the compensation structure for elective state officers. The resolution stipulates that the salaries of these officials will be established by law and can be altered, but prohibits any changes during the term of an incumbent, with certain exceptions. Notably, if the general appropriation bill for the next fiscal year is not signed into law by April 30, the salaries of key officials—including the Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General, and members of the Legislature—will be withheld until the bill is enacted. Any withheld compensation will resume in the first full pay period following the enactment, but it cannot be paid retroactively.

The resolution also removes the requirement that legislative salaries can only be altered through specific constitutional procedures and eliminates provisions related to the recommendations from the Commission on Salaries for Elective State Officers. Instead, it mandates that the Secretary of State submit this amendment to voters at the next general election, allowing the public to decide on the proposed changes to the compensation of state officials.