ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Fifty-sixth Legislature

First Regular Session

HB2304: voting locations; precinct-based

Sponsor: Representative McGarr, LD 17

Committee on Municipal Oversight & Elections

Overview

Mandates that all voting locations be precinct-based.

History

The Board of Supervisors (BOS) of each county is required to establish a convenient number of election precincts within that county on or before October 1st of each year prior to a general election. Election precincts generally align with existing state and federal legislative district lines. The BOS designates one polling place within each precinct where the election will be held. Additionally, the BOS may authorize the use of voting centers in place of or in addition to specifically designated polling places. A voting center allows any voter in that county to receive the appropriate ballot on election day and lawfully cast their ballot. Voting centers may be established in coordination and consultation with the County Recorder, at other county offices or at other locations in the county deemed appropriate (A.R.S. § 16-411).

Provisions

1. Requires all voting for elections administered by a county to be conducted at precinct-based polling places. (Sec. 1)

2. Prohibits the use of voting centers that provide countywide access to ballots for registered voters. (Sec. 1)

3. Contains a conforming legislation clause. (Sec. 2)

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