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HB 2564

poll workers; counties; statewide database

57th Legislature - First Regular Session Introduced by Brian Garcia and 1 co-sponsor

Arizona would create a statewide poll worker database allowing counties to coordinate recruitment, training, and assignment of election staff more efficiently.

House Second Reading
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Bill Summary · HB 2564

Legislative bill overview

HB 2564 would establish a statewide database for poll workers in Arizona, likely to improve coordination and management of election staff across counties. The bill authorizes counties to participate in or contribute data to this centralized system, standardizing how poll worker information is collected and maintained.

Why is this important

Poll worker recruitment and training are critical operational challenges for election administration. A statewide database could reduce duplicative efforts across Arizona's 15 counties, improve consistency in vetting and training standards, and help address chronic poll worker shortages by creating a more efficient matching system between workers and polling locations.

Potential points of contention

  • Data privacy concerns: A centralized database containing personal information about poll workers could raise questions about data security, who has access, and how long information is retained
  • County autonomy vs. standardization: Counties may resist perceived encroachment on their election administration independence, particularly regarding hiring and personnel decisions
  • Implementation costs: Creating and maintaining statewide infrastructure could impose unfunded mandates on counties, raising questions about who bears financial responsibility

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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