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This bill amends Arizona's initiative petition requirements by adding a new provision that mandates initiative petitions include not just a description of the proposed measure, but also a separate description and listing of statutes that are likely to be impacted or potentially conflict with the proposed measure. Specifically, the bill requires sponsors to provide a description (not exceeding 200 words) of the principal provisions of the proposed law or constitutional amendment, and now must also insert a separate section detailing which existing statutes might be affected, along with a brief summary of how those statutes could be impacted. The bill also makes minor technical changes to the petition form, such as removing quotation marks around certain printed statements about paid circulators and volunteers. Additionally, the bill maintains existing language about petition requirements, including that circulators must declare whether they are paid or volunteer, and that signatures obtained in violation of these rules will be voided and not counted in determining the petition's legal sufficiency. These changes aim to provide voters with more comprehensive information about the potential legal implications of an initiative before they sign a petition.

Education, Justice, Military Affairs and Security

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/82887