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This concurrent resolution proposes an amendment to the Arizona Constitution to prohibit corporations and other artificial entities from engaging in political spending, which is defined as the legal capacity to spend money or provide anything of value to influence an election, with an exception for the distribution of bona fide news, commentary, or editorial content unless the publishing entity is controlled by a political party, committee, or candidate. An "artificial entity" is defined as any entity whose existence or protection from liability is conferred by Arizona law, including those organized or existing under other jurisdictions but transacting business in Arizona. The resolution states that any political spending by such entities would be void and result in the loss of their powers and privileges by operation of law, which could only be reinstated through statutory procedures. This measure will be put before the voters at the next general election for approval.

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https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/85465