The proposed bill would amend current statutes by introducing new restrictions on the incorporation of nonprofit corporations by the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC). Specifically, it would prohibit the ACC from incorporating any nonprofit if an officer, director, or trustee has been convicted of certain offenses, including smuggling, human smuggling, trafficking of persons, and various federal immigration offenses. This addition aims to enhance the integrity of nonprofit organizations by ensuring that individuals with serious criminal backgrounds are not in positions of authority.

Additionally, the bill would expand civil liability for individuals who facilitate or benefit from trafficking activities. It would modify existing language to include those who "facilitate" trafficking and establish that such individuals are jointly liable for damages alongside any other liable parties. This change aims to hold accountable not only the traffickers but also those who assist or profit from trafficking ventures, thereby strengthening legal recourse for victims.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 10-3203.01, 12-722