This bill proposes to amend Arizona Revised Statutes by adding a new section, 16-652, which would prohibit the Attorney General from prosecuting members of a County Board of Supervisors for voting against the certification of an election canvass under specific conditions. These conditions include the member's good faith belief that there are unresolved issues affecting the election's integrity or accuracy, or if they have received documentation suggesting irregularities in the election process. Additionally, the bill clarifies that this prohibition does not prevent the Attorney General from investigating or prosecuting other election-related offenses not directly tied to the certification vote.

The bill also defines key terms such as "good faith belief" and "documentation or other evidence," and establishes a delayed effective date of January 1, 2026, for the new provisions. Furthermore, it includes a severability clause to ensure that if any part of the act is found invalid, the remaining provisions can still be enforced. Overall, the bill aims to provide legal protection for supervisors acting in good faith regarding election certification decisions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-652
House Engrossed Version: 16-652