Press Releases

PHOENIX – Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes hosted the inaugural meeting of his Artificial Intelligence and Election Security Advisory Committee. This group of subject-matter experts, co-chaired by Chris Cummiskey and Gowri Ramachandran, will guide Secretary Fontes on the deployment of AI technologies in safeguarding Arizona's elections.

PHOENIX – The recent incident at the Maricopa County Tabulation and Election Center should reassure the public about the effectiveness of the security measures in place.

PHOENIX – Yesterday, the Secretary of State's Office took proactive steps to ensure that all voters, especially those registered as "independent", understand their voting rights and the ways to participate in the upcoming July 30 Primary election. The office sent out a detailed e-mail to all registered voters in Arizona’s 13 rural counties that are part of the Access Voter Information Database (AVID) voter registration system, focusing initially on independent voters.

PHOENIX – The Arizona Secretary of State's Office wishes to inform the public about ongoing voter registration outreach by the Voter Participation Center (VPC) and the Center for Voter Information (CVI). These private organizations aim to engage Arizona voters by increasing participation in upcoming elections. VPC and CVI have sent voter registration forms to residents in all 15 counties.

PHOENIX – Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes has announced the release of preliminary titles and descriptions for five of 11 current ballot measures scheduled to appear on the November General Election ballot.

These unofficial documents are part of an effort to provide additional transparency in the electoral process for Arizona voters.

PHOENIX – The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) recognized the Arizona Secretary of State's Office for excellence in election administration with a national Clearinghouse Award for Outstanding Innovation in Election Cybersecurity and Technology. This prestigious recognition is part of the annual awards program known as the “Clearies.”

PHOENIX – The Arizona Summer Reading Program encourages readers of all ages to visit their neighborhood library to participate in the Adventure Begins at Your Library program.

The Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records is partnering with 235 public libraries and neighborhood branches statewide to launch the program. The start date may vary from library to library, but generally runs from June 1 through August 1.

PHOENIX - Today, Arizona legislative leaders submitted a motion to stay the recent Mi Familia Vota II litigation ruling by Superior Court Judge Susan R. Bolton in a case that challenges a 2022 statute that restricts federal-only voters from voting for President and voting early by mail.

PHOENIX – The Arizona Secretary of State’s Office is pleased to announce the opening of the submission portal for ballot measure arguments for the upcoming election cycle. Starting today, May 20, 2024 at 12:00 pm (noon) and closing on June 20, 2024 at 11:59 pm, the portal will be open for Arizona voters to submit their arguments either in support of or opposition to ballot measures that may appear on the ballot.

PHOENIX – The Arizona Secretary of State’s Office is pleased to announce the opening of the submission portal for ballot measure arguments for the upcoming election cycle. Starting May 20, 2024 at 12:00 pm (noon) and closing on June 20, 2024 at 11:59 pm, the portal will be open for Arizona voters to submit their arguments either in support of or opposition to ballot measures that may appear on the ballot.
 

PHOENIX – In a move to enhance voter confidence and promote transparency in the electoral process, Secretary Fontes is pleased to announce the expansion of the BallotTrax system to 13 counties across the state. 

PHOENIX – Colleges and universities can now compete for the best voter registration and turnout rates in the Arizona Campus Voting Challenge, a new nonpartisan initiative announced today by Arizona’s Secretary of State, Adrian Fontes, in partnership with the nonpartisan nonprofit initiative the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge. 
 

PHOENIX - The Arizona Secretary of State’s Elections Division is pleased to announce the publication of the Voter Registration Statistics as of April 1.

PHOENIX – As part of an ongoing commitment to transparency, accessibility, and civic engagement, the Secretary of State is pleased to announce the release of the Arizona's Citizen Engagement Manual. This comprehensive guide serves as a point of reference for voters, candidates, and election officials, providing essential information on various aspects of the election process including:

PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of State is accepting nominations for the 2024 Margaret Chase Smith American Democracy Award. This prestigious accolade is for individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary political courage and exceptional character. Named in honor of the trailblazing U.S.

PHOENIX – As election workers wrap up the 2024 Presidential Preference Election, Secretary of State Adrian Fontes extends a heartfelt thank you to the tireless community of election workers across Arizona. His acknowledgment recognizes commitment and dedication demonstrated by Arizona’s election workforce.

PHOENIX – The Arizona Secretary of State is proud to announce the launch of the 2024 County Election Administration Fellowship Program. Supported by ARPA funds allocated by Governor Hobbs, the County Election Administration Fellowship Program demonstrates a proactive step towards implementing recommendations from the Governor’s Bipartisan Elections Task Force, of which Secretary Fontes was an appointed member.

PHOENIX – The Arizona Secretary of State is pleased to announce the availability of the 2024 Financial Disclosure Statements for public review. Financial Disclosure Statements serve to create transparency.

PHOENIX – The Arizona Secretary of State's Office is reminding voters participating in the 2024 Presidential Preference Election to mail their early ballots by March 12, 2024. This ensures your ballot reaches county election officials by the 7 p.m. deadline on March 19, 2024.

PHOENIX – The Arizona Secretary of State’s Elections Division is pleased to announce the publication of the Voter Registration Statistics as of February 20 for the upcoming Presidential Preference Election (PPE) on March 19.