AZ SB1137

Prohibits state officials and agencies from agreeing to or signing settlement agreements or consent decrees in civil proceedings challenging provisions of Arizona's election law (Title 16) without prior approval.

Requires approval from the Attorney General, Secretary of State, President of the Senate, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Legislative Council before any such settlement or decree can be executed.

Mandates that Legislative Council approval must occur during a public hearing that includes an opportunity for public testimony.

Excludes Chapter 6, Article 2 of Title 16 from this prohibition requirement.

Applies only to civil proceedings in courts of competent jurisdiction where the constitutionality, legality, or application of election law provisions are at issue.