AZ HB2066

Establishes the Arizona Election and Ethics Commission consisting of six members appointed by the governor, other statewide officials, and legislative leaders in alternating party representation.

Grants the commission authority to investigate complaints, conduct hearings, and impose civil penalties of up to $5,000 for violations of campaign finance, ethics, and disclosure laws affecting statewide candidates and ballot measures.

Authorizes the commission to receive ethics complaints against candidates for state office and elected state officials, with procedures including two-business-day notification, seven-day response period, and formal hearing requirements.

Restricts commission investigations from addressing election conduct/results, legislative election disputes, or judicial officer conduct, while the Attorney General retains criminal and civil enforcement authority.

Terminates the commission on July 1, 2024, with the underlying statute repealed January 1, 2025, establishing a sunset provision for the new entity.