This bill proposes updates to section 16-821 of the Arizona Revised Statutes concerning the election and appointment of precinct committeemen within political parties. The current law specifies that members of a political party at the primary election shall choose committeemen based on their residency and the number of registered voters in the precinct. The bill introduces new language to clarify that only members who reside in the precinct and are entitled to representation can participate in this selection process. Additionally, it modifies the criteria for determining vacancies in the office of precinct committeeman, specifying that the board of supervisors will fill vacancies based on recommendations from the legislative district chairman or the county chairman, depending on the situation.

Furthermore, the bill adds a requirement for individuals wishing to fill a precinct committeeman vacancy to submit an application to the appropriate chairman. It also updates the language regarding voting eligibility at organizing meetings, stating that only those committeemen elected at the primary election before the organizing meeting date will be allowed to vote. Overall, these changes aim to enhance clarity and streamline the processes related to precinct committeemen within political parties.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-821