AZ HB2542

Amends Arizona law to prohibit state and local governments from removing political signs placed in public rights-of-way if conditions are met: sign supports/opposes a candidate or ballot measure, does not create hazard or obstruct vision, and complies with size limits (16 square feet in residential areas, 32 square feet elsewhere).

Protects political signs during the period starting 60 days before a primary election through 15 days after the general election (or 15 days after primary election if candidate does not advance).

Allows government jurisdictions to immediately relocate signs deemed emergency hazards and must notify the candidate/campaign within 24 hours; for non-emergency violations, must provide 24-hour notice before removal.

Requires jurisdictions to retain removed signs and allow candidates or campaign committees to retrieve them without penalty.

Maintains existing prohibition on tampering with political signs as a class 2 misdemeanor while clarifying exemptions for candidates, property owners, and signs placed in violation of law or ordinance.