AZ HB2568

Reduces early ballot distribution period from 26 days before election to 21 days before election, with ballots distributed no earlier than 21 days before the election.

Modifies nomination petition signature requirements for various state and local offices, generally reducing the required number of signatures (e.g., from one-half to one-sixth of one percent for U.S. Senator candidates).

Adds new section 16-544.01 requiring county recorders to remove voters from the permanent early voting list if their address corresponds to a foreclosed property, and requiring re-registration if they later submit an early ballot request.

Establishes standardized training and certification program for early ballot collectors, including requirements for receipts, delivery timelines, and penalties for failure to timely deliver ballots.

Requires county recorders and boards of supervisors to study and vote on implementing consolidated voting centers (vote centers) countywide by May 1, 2014.