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SB 1375

voter registration rolls; internet access

57th Legislature - First Regular Session Introduced by Mark Finchem

SB 1375 expands internet access to Arizona voter registration rolls for authorized users, though Governor vetoed it after legislative passage.

Vetoed by Governor
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Bill Summary · SB 1375

Legislative bill overview

SB 1375 requires Arizona election officials to provide internet access to voter registration rolls for authorized users. The bill establishes protocols for how different entities (poll workers, election officials, and potentially other authorized parties) can access voter registration data online rather than through traditional paper-based or limited-access systems.

Why is this important

Voter registration roll access directly affects election administration efficiency and the ability to verify voter eligibility at polling places. Expanding internet access to these rolls could streamline poll worker operations and reduce administrative burdens, but also raises questions about data security, privacy protections, and who qualifies as "authorized" to access this sensitive personal information.

Potential points of contention

  • Data security concerns: Expanding internet access to voter registration databases increases cybersecurity risks and potential exposure of personal voter information
  • Authorization definitions: The bill's criteria for determining who receives access and under what conditions may be unclear or subject to interpretation, raising oversight concerns
  • Privacy implications: Broader digital access to voter rolls could enable unintended data harvesting or tracking of voter information by unauthorized parties

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

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