Bill > HB2071

This bill modifies Arizona's driver license voter registration process to implement automatic voter registration. Under the new law, individuals applying for or renewing a driver license (including nonoperating identification licenses) will be automatically registered to vote unless they actively choose to decline within 21 calendar days after receiving notification. The bill requires the Department of Transportation and Secretary of State to develop a system that transfers license application information directly to voter registration rolls while maintaining confidentiality. Applicants will still need to meet voter eligibility requirements, such as citizenship, and will provide an attestation under penalty of perjury. The bill also includes a provision protecting individuals who are not qualified to vote and unknowingly register from being charged with false registration. The changes will take effect on December 31, 2025, giving state agencies time to implement the new automatic registration system. This legislation aims to streamline voter registration by making it a default process during driver license interactions, potentially increasing voter registration rates and accessibility.

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https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/81737