ESAs; returned monies; administrative costs
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Overview
This bill amends various Arizona statutes related to elections, specifically focusing on voter access, primary dates, and the operation of city and town governments. It adjusts election dates, modifies requirements for nominations and signatures on petitions, and clarifies rules for electing city and town officials, particularly regarding mayoral elections and district representation. The bill also addresses the handling of returned monies and administrative costs associated with elections.
Key provisions
- Changes election dates for primary and general elections to the Tuesday before the last Monday in May, starting in 2032.
- Modifies rules for nominating candidates for city and town offices, including signature requirements and petition filing deadlines.
- Adjusts the process for electing mayors in cities and towns, particularly regarding majority vote requirements and potential runoff elections.
- Updates provisions regarding the declaration of statewide concern for elections and limits on candidate sources on ballots.
- Amends sections related to superintendent and principal terms of employment and evaluation systems.
- Modifies requirements for school district governing boards and career technical education districts regarding voter registration totals for signature calculations.
- Clarifies rules for filing nomination petitions for various offices, including special districts.
- Addresses the handling of returned monies and administrative costs associated with elections.
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