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Introduced
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
In Committee
03/23/2026
03/23/2026
Crossed Over
03/04/2026
03/04/2026
Passed
04/13/2026
04/13/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/13/2026
04/13/2026
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)
Bill Summary
AN ACT amending sections 11-251.17 and 11-441, arizona revised statutes; relating to county authority.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing Arizona law to clarify the use of county seals, logos, and insignia, and to grant sheriffs exclusive authority over their office's posse. Specifically, it expands the restrictions on using county seals, logos, or insignia to prevent their unauthorized commercial use and requires approval from either the board of supervisors or the elected official in charge of a specific county office. The bill also clarifies that these restrictions do not apply to satire or parody. Furthermore, it grants sheriffs the exclusive right to name any posse associated with their office and to dissolve any posse operating under their jurisdiction, providing context for how these official symbols and volunteer groups are managed.
Committee Categories
Justice, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Chapter 53 (on 04/13/2026)
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