HCR 2051 is a resolution that seeks to enhance the regulations governing circulators of initiative and referendum measures at the municipal and county levels, pending voter approval. It requires paid circulators to verbally disclose their first name, state of residence, and their status as paid circulators when approaching potential petition signers, as well as to wear visible identification badges with this information. The resolution also updates existing statutes to ensure that registration requirements for non-resident and paid circulators apply to municipal and county initiatives, disqualifying signatures collected by those who fail to register with the Secretary of State.

Additionally, HCR 2051 mandates that any initiative or referendum measure proposing mandatory expenditures must disclose the funding sources necessary to cover the associated costs. The resolution emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability in the initiative and referendum process by implementing stricter regulations for circulators, including penalties for non-compliance. The Secretary of State is tasked with submitting this proposition to voters at the next general election, allowing the public to decide on these proposed changes aimed at improving the integrity of the initiative and referendum process in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 19-102, 19-102.01, 19-118, 19-118.01, 19-141, 19-101, 19-121, 19-142, 19-143, 16-452, 19-121.01, 16-101