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This joint resolution introduces several new provisions related to foreign contributions in Arizona elections, specifically targeting ballot measures and election administration. The resolution prohibits government entities from using donations from foreign nationals and requires vendors providing election services to certify that they are not receiving funds from foreign sources. Service providers must submit quarterly reports to the Secretary of State and provide annual certifications under penalty of perjury, with potential penalties including invalidation of agreements and criminal misdemeanor charges for knowingly providing inaccurate information. The resolution broadly defines "foreign national" to include non-U.S. citizens, foreign governments, political parties, and entities principally based outside the United States. Additionally, the resolution restricts foreign nationals from directing or participating in ballot measure decision-making processes and prohibits persons or committees from knowingly accepting contributions from foreign sources to influence ballot initiatives. The resolution also mandates recordkeeping requirements, requiring entities to maintain records of ballot measure expenditures for two years and providing mechanisms for the Attorney General and qualified electors to bring civil actions to enforce these provisions, with potential damages and injunctive relief for violations.

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