HB 2319
Initials JH Page 1 Transmitted to the Governor
ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Fifty-sixth Legislature
First Regular Session
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HB 2319: elections; rule of construction
Sponsor: Representative Kolodin, LD 3
Transmitted to the Governor
Overview
Establishes rule of construction for the provisions of law relating to the conduct of elections.
History
The general rules of construction for Arizona laws require liberal interpretation of the object of the
law and to promote justice unless the manifest intent of the Legislature is inconsistent with such
construction (A.R.S. § 1-211).
Provisions
1. Requires the liberal interpretation of the provisions of law concerning the conduct of elections
in a manner that provides greater transparency. (Sec. 1)
2. Specifies competing interpretations of the provisions of law concerning the conduct of
elections must not be given equal weight. (Sec. 1)
☐ Prop 105 (45 votes) ☐ Prop 108 (40 votes) ☐ Emergency (40 votes) ☐ Fiscal Note