AZ HB2613

Prohibits cities, towns, counties, school districts, community college districts, and special taxing districts from using public resources (funds, facilities, equipment, personnel, etc.) to influence election outcomes, including bond, budget override, and tax-related elections.

Exempts neutral, factual informational materials and government-sponsored impartial forums or debates from the prohibition; allows routine communications necessary for public safety and official government business reporting.

Defines "routine communications" as messages maintaining frequency, scope, and distribution consistent with past practices, and establishes that promotional expenditures during the election period (after election is called through election day) are prohibited.

Establishes civil penalties of up to $5,000 per violation plus reimbursement of misused funds, enforceable by the attorney general, county attorney, or residents; prohibits use of public funds or insurance to pay penalties.

Protects employee free speech and political rights under U.S. and Arizona Constitutions; prohibits supervisors from using authority to influence subordinate employees' voting or political activities.