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AZ SB1097

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/11/2012

Primary Sponsor

Ron Gould

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Origin

Senate

Fiftieth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2012)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arizona Revised Statutes Section 19-216 regarding election results and procedures for recall elections
  • Clarifies that the candidate receiving the largest number of votes shall be declared elected for the remainder of the term upon qualification for office and completion of the canvass
  • Specifies that an incumbent is deemed removed from office only if the successor receives the largest number of votes and qualifies
  • Establishes that if a successor fails to qualify within five days after election results are declared, the office becomes vacant and may be filled according to law
  • Requires the incumbent to continue performing office duties until completion of the canvass and the successor's qualification

Legislative Description

Technical correction; recall election results

Last Action

Referred to Senate RULES Committee

1/12/2012

Full Bill Text

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