The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current Arizona statutes by adding a new section to Title 16, Chapter 6, Article 1.2, specifically Section 16-919. This new section would prohibit foreign corporations, persons, and foreign nongovernmental sources from contributing money or in-kind goods or services to influence the outcome of elections related to ballot measures, questions, issues, or propositions, including initiatives and referendums. Additionally, it would prevent individuals, entities, or committees from accepting or using such contributions.

Furthermore, the bill would require those who are mandated to file campaign finance reports to certify under penalty of perjury that they have not accepted or utilized contributions from foreign entities as outlined in the new section. It also includes an exemption for federally recognized sovereign tribal nations from these prohibitions. Overall, the bill aims to strengthen the integrity of election financing by restricting foreign influence.

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