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Introduced
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
In Committee
02/23/2026
02/23/2026
Crossed Over
02/27/2026
02/27/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)
Bill Summary
AN ACT amending title 11, chapter 3, article 3, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 11-472; relating to the county recorder.
AI Summary
This bill requires county recorders in Arizona to verify the active commission status of any notary public who notarized a quitclaim deed before recording it, ensuring the notary is properly commissioned by the state. If a notary is found to be inactive, the county recorder must reject the deed and instruct the person seeking to record it to use a currently commissioned notary. Additionally, the bill allows county recorders to refer individuals, including those falsely claiming to be notaries, to the county attorney for investigation and potential prosecution if there is reason to believe they are involved in fraudulent activity related to these deeds. This measure aims to prevent fraudulent real estate transactions by ensuring the integrity of notarized documents.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Government (09:00:00 3/11/2026 HHR 5) (on 03/11/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/85475 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/sb1805s.htm |
| Analysis - SENATE FACT SHEET: 02/16/2026 GOV | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/537406 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/sb1805p.htm |
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