SCR1036 is a resolution proposing an amendment to the Arizona Constitution regarding direct primary elections. The purpose of the resolution is to ensure that a law enacted by the Legislature concerning direct primary elections would take precedence over any conflicting provisions in city charters, laws, ordinances, rules, resolutions, or policies. The amendment would modify the nominee requirements for direct primary elections, allowing each political party that has qualified for representation on the ballot to nominate a number of candidates equal to the positions available for that office in the upcoming general election. All eligible candidates who are nominated would then be placed on the ballot for the general election.

The background provided explains that the Arizona Constitution mandates the Legislature to create a direct primary election law for nominating candidates for all elective state, county, and city offices, including U.S. Senators and Representatives. Currently, voters with no party preference or those registered with a non-qualified political party can vote in the primary election of any qualified political party. The resolution includes provisions that would require the Secretary of State to submit the proposition to voters at the next general election and, if approved, it would become effective upon proclamation by the Governor. There is no anticipated fiscal impact to the state General Fund from this legislation.