Statement on Governor’s Veto of HB 2703 and SB 1011
“Arizonans want election results faster, and I am confident the exemplary work of legislators in both the Arizona House and Senate over the past month will make that a reality. I have been a strong proponent for necessary election reforms. House Bill 2703 and Senate Bill 1011 accomplish the goals I outlined in my Chairman’s Speech:
- Get 95% of all votes tabulated by the end of Election Night
- Remove administrative burdens on county election workers
- Ensure Arizona voters have ample time and opportunity to cast their ballots how they choose
It is disappointing that Governor Hobbs has chosen to veto this common-sense legislation, which would speed up results, and also expand voter access by increasing the availability of voting sites and adding more days of voting leading up to Election Day.
The current system is unsustainable and this veto gets in the way of necessary progress. My colleagues and I will continue to advocate for election reform. The good news is that voters will likely get the final say. I support the efforts by the legislature to put these common-sense reforms on the ballot in 2026, and I am confident voters will act to make a strong election system even better and more efficient.”
