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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill changes the rules around withdrawing referendum petitions from local governments in Arizona. It allows anyone who files a petition to withdraw it at any point before it qualifies for the ballot. Furthermore, it prohibits the counting or canvassing of votes for referendums where a withdrawal notice has been filed after December 31, 2025, and applies retroactively to notices filed before that date.
Key provisions
- Individuals or organizations can withdraw referendum petitions before they qualify for the ballot.
- A written notice of withdrawal must be filed with the city or town clerk.
- Votes for referendums with withdrawal notices filed after December 31, 2025, cannot be tallied.
- The bill applies retroactively to notices filed before December 31, 2025.
Who is affected
- Cities and towns in Arizona
- Residents of cities and towns in Arizona
- Organizations submitting referendum petitions
- City and town clerks
Notable changes
- Prohibits the counting of votes for referendums with withdrawal notices filed after December 31, 2025.
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