AZ SB1391

Establishes the Arizona Election and Ethics Commission as a six-member independent body with members appointed by the governor, statewide officials, and legislative leaders to serve four-year terms beginning January 15.

Transfers duties from the Secretary of State to the Commission effective 2017 regarding campaign finance investigations, compliance, and enforcement for statewide candidates, legislative candidates, political committees, and ballot measures.

Grants the Commission authority to investigate ethics complaints against state candidates and officials, issue advisory opinions, conduct hearings, impose civil penalties up to $5,000, and enforce campaign finance and ethics laws.

Prohibits the Commission from investigating election conduct or results, legislative election disputes, or judicial officer conduct, and requires the Attorney General to provide legal counsel or allow independent counsel.

Terminates the Commission on July 1, 2026, with the underlying statute repealed January 1, 2027.