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AZ Rev Stat § 41-1279.02 (2021)
2021 Arizona Revised Statutes|Title 41 - State Government|§ 41-1279.02 - Personnel; criminal history records

41-1279.02.  Personnel;  criminal history records A. The auditor general may,  with the approval of the committee,  appoint and prescribe the duties of such additional professional,  technical,  clerical and other employees,  or contract for such services,  necessary to administer the duties of the auditor general's office. The employees shall receive compensation as determined pursuant to section 38-611 and serve at the pleasure of the auditor general. B. The auditor general may obtain criminal history record information pursuant to section 41-1750,  subsection G from the department of public safety for the purpose of employment of personnel by the auditor general. C. Information obtained pursuant to subsection B of this section shall not be disclosed by the auditor general except to members of the auditor general's staff solely for the purpose of employment of personnel by the auditor general.
AZ Rev Stat § 41-1279.04 (2021)
2021 Arizona Revised Statutes|Title 41 - State Government|§ 41-1279.04 - Authority to examine records; violation; classification

41-1279.04.  Authority to examine records;  violation;  classification A. The auditor general or the auditor general's authorized representatives,  in the performance of official duties,  shall have access to,  and authority to examine,  any and all books,  accounts,  reports,  vouchers,  correspondence files and other records,  bank accounts,  criminal history record information as defined in section 41-1701,  money and other property of any state agency,  board,  commission,  department,  institution,  program,  advisory council or committee or political subdivision of this state,  whether created by the constitution or otherwise,  or such documents and property of a contractor relating to a contract with this state pursuant to the provisions of section 35-214. It is the duty of any officer or employee of any such agency or political subdivision,  having such records under the officer's or employee's control,  to permit access to and examination of the records on the request of the auditor general or the auditor general's authorized representative. B. For the purpose of complying with section 41-1279.03,  subsection A,  paragraphs 4 and 9,  the auditor general or the auditor general's authorized representative,  in the performance of official duties,  may attend executive sessions of the governing body of any state agency or school district in this state. C. For the purpose of auditing the department of revenue,  the auditor general and the auditor general's authorized representatives have access to state tax returns,  except that a report of the auditor general shall not violate the confidentiality of state tax laws. D. Any officer or person who knowingly fails or refuses to permit such access and examination is guilty of a class 2 misdemeanor.
AZ Rev Stat § 41-1279.05 (2021)
2021 Arizona Revised Statutes|Title 41 - State Government|§ 41-1279.05 - Confidential records of auditor general; exemptions; divulgence of restricted information; violation; classification

41-1279.05.  Confidential records of auditor general;  exemptions;  divulgence of restricted information;  violation;  classification A. Working papers and other audit files maintained by the auditor general are not public records and are exempt from title 39,  chapter 1. The information contained in such working papers and audit files prepared pursuant to a specific audit is not subject to disclosure,  except to the attorney general and to any county attorney in connection with an investigation made or action taken in the course of their official duties. B. If the committee approves a special research request,  on request for disclosure by the president of the senate or the speaker of the house of representatives,  the auditor general shall disclose information contained in the special research request working papers and audit files to the president of the senate or the president's designee,  the speaker of the house of representatives or the speaker's designee and the chairman of the joint legislative audit committee for the purpose of overseeing the special research request. Information contained in the special research request working papers and audit files is not a public record,  is exempt from title 39,  chapter 1 and is not subject to disclosure except as provided in this section. A person shall not further disclose the information that is obtained from the auditor general.  C. If the auditor general,  any member of the auditor general's staff,  any other employee or any person who has obtained information pursuant to subsection B knowingly divulges or makes known in any manner not permitted by law any particulars of any record,  document,  or information the disclosure of which is restricted by law,  the person is guilty of a class 5 felony.
AZ Rev Stat § 41-1279.06 (2021)
2021 Arizona Revised Statutes|Title 41 - State Government|§ 41-1279.06 - Audit services revolving fund; use; exemption from lapsing

41-1279.06.  Audit services revolving fund;  use;  exemption from lapsing A. There is established an audit services revolving fund. The auditor general shall administer the fund. The fund consists of any monies received by the auditor general from: 1. State budget units for audits of federal funds required under federal law and federal rules and regulations. 2. State budget units and counties,  community college districts and school districts for which the auditor general performs special audits,  financial statement audits or provides accounting services. B. The auditor general shall use the fund monies for the purpose of conducting audits required under federal law,  special audits or financial statement audits or accounting services requested by state budget units and counties,  community college districts and school districts or to pay for certified public accountants to conduct such audits or provide such services. C. Monies in the audit services revolving fund are exempt from the provisions of section 35-190,  relating to lapsing of appropriations.
AZ Rev Stat § 41-1279.21 (2021)
2021 Arizona Revised Statutes|Title 41 - State Government|§ 41-1279.21 - Powers and duties of auditor general relating to counties, school districts and community colleges

41-1279.21.  Powers and duties of auditor general relating to counties,  school districts and community colleges A. In addition to other powers and duties prescribed by law,  the auditor general shall: 1. Conduct or cause to be conducted annual financial and compliance audits of financial transactions and accounts kept by or for all counties. Each county shall provide financial information for inclusion in the annual audit that verifies that highway user revenue fund monies received by the county pursuant to title 28,  chapter 18,  article 2 and any other dedicated state transportation revenues received by the county are being used solely for the authorized transportation purposes. 2. Perform procedural reviews for school districts that are not required to comply with the single audit act of 1984 (P.L. 98-502) at times determined by the auditor general. These reviews may include evaluation of administrative and accounting internal controls and reports on such reviews. 3. Conduct or cause to be conducted annual audits of financial transactions and accounts kept by or for community college districts. 4. Approve contracts for financial and compliance auditing services except if specific statutory authority is otherwise provided. The auditor general shall ensure that such contract audits are conducted in accordance with generally accepted governmental auditing standards and shall determine if such audits meet minimum audit standards prescribed by the auditor general. An audit shall not be accepted as meeting the requirements of this paragraph until it has been approved by the auditor general. 5. Order and enforce a correct and uniform system of accounting by county,  community college district and school district officers and instruct them in the proper mode of keeping accounts of their offices. 6. Require of county treasurers and custodians of county,  community college district or school district funds,  as often as the auditor general deems necessary,  a verified statement of their accounts. 7. Report to the committee and to the attorney general the refusal or neglect of any county,  community college district or school district officer to conform to rules and regulations of the auditor general's office. 8. Report to the committee and to the governor the result of the auditor general's examinations of county,  community college district and school district offices as often as required by public interest. B. The auditor general may adopt rules providing for disapproving contracts,  and suspending or debarring any contractor providing financial and compliance auditing services to a school district based upon applicable standards similar to those adopted by this state under section 41-2613. C. Notwithstanding any other law,  the disapproval of a contract or the suspension or debarment may be appealed to the superior court pursuant to title 12,  chapter 7,  article 6.
AZ Rev Stat § 41-1279.22 (2021)
2021 Arizona Revised Statutes|Title 41 - State Government|§ 41-1279.22 - Duty of local officers to make county, community college district and school district records available; failure to comply; classification; prosecution

41-1279.22.  Duty of local officers to make county,  community college district and school district records available;  failure to comply;  classification;  prosecution A. All county,  community college district and school district officers shall afford reasonable and needed facilities,  and make returns and exhibits to the auditor general under oath,  in the form and at the time he prescribes. B. Any person who knowingly fails or refuses to make the prescribed returns or exhibits or to give information as required is guilty of a class 5 felony,  and any person who otherwise knowingly obstructs or misleads the auditor general in the execution of his duties as prescribed by this article is guilty of a class 1 misdemeanor. C. When so required by the auditor general,  the attorney general and county attorneys shall aid in any investigation or matter in which legal services are necessary. D. The attorney general shall supervise the prosecution of all offenders under this article.
AZ Rev Stat § 41-1281 (2021)
2021 Arizona Revised Statutes|Title 41 - State Government|§ 41-1281 - Definitions

41-1281.  Definitions In this article,  unless the context otherwise requires: 1. " Bribe"  means any money,  goods,  right in action,  property,  thing of value or advantage,  present or prospective,  asked,  offered,  given,  accepted or promised with a corrupt intent to influence,  unlawfully,  the person to whom it is given in his action,  vote or opinion,  in any official capacity.
AZ Rev Stat § 41-1292 (2021)
2021 Arizona Revised Statutes|Title 41 - State Government|§ 41-1292 - Joint legislative oversight committee on the department of child safety

41-1292.  Joint legislative oversight committee on the department of child safety A. The joint legislative oversight committee on the department of child safety is established consisting of the following members: 1. The chairperson of the senate committee that addresses child safety issues. 2. The chairperson of the house of representatives committee that addresses child safety issues. 3. Two members of the senate who are appointed by the president of the senate and who are members of different political parties. 4. Two members of the house of representatives who are appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives and who are members of different political parties. B. The chairperson of the senate committee that addresses child safety issues and the chairperson of the house of representatives committee that addresses child safety issues shall serve as cochairpersons. C. The committee shall meet at least biannually,  and a majority of the members constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business. D. The committee shall review: 1. The department's implementation of policy and procedures and program effectiveness. 2. All reports on program outcomes released by the department to the legislature for trends and areas for statutory improvement and audits issued by the office of the auditor general related to the department.  3. Policies and procedures relating to guardianships and dependency proceedings.
AZ Rev Stat § 41-1301 (2021)
2021 Arizona Revised Statutes|Title 41 - State Government|§ 41-1301 - Legislative council; members; terms; meetings

41-1301.  Legislative council;  members;  terms;  meetings A. There is established a legislative council which consists of the president of the senate and six members of the senate appointed by the president,  and the speaker of the house of representatives and six members of the house of representatives appointed by the speaker,  who serve for terms of two years terminating upon the convening of the regular session of the legislature each odd numbered year. The term of a member terminates immediately upon his ceasing to be a member of the legislature,  but a member appointed to fill a vacancy caused otherwise than by expiration of term shall be appointed by the president of the senate or the speaker of the house of representatives,  as the case may be,  from the same body of the legislature from which his predecessor was appointed. The president of the senate and the speaker of the house of representatives shall cooperate in the selection of members to serve on the legislative council to the end that,  insofar as possible,  each geographical area of the state has representation on the council. B. The speaker of the house of representatives shall chair the council in even numbered years,  and the president of the senate shall chair the council in odd numbered years. The council shall meet and organize by electing from among its membership additional officers as are deemed necessary or advisable. The council shall meet as often as the members deem necessary,  and a majority of the members constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business.
AZ Rev Stat § 41-1303 (2021)
2021 Arizona Revised Statutes|Title 41 - State Government|§ 41-1303 - Minutes; reports

41-1303.  Minutes;  reports A. The council shall keep complete minutes of its meetings which shall be filed with the secretary of the senate and the chief clerk of the house of representatives. B. The council shall prepare an annual report to be submitted to each regular session of the legislature containing such recommendations and other material as the council deems advisable. The council may,  from time to time,  make special reports for presentation to the legislature.
AZ Rev Stat § 41-1304 (2021)
2021 Arizona Revised Statutes|Title 41 - State Government|§ 41-1304 - Powers and duties

41-1304.  Powers and duties A. The legislative council shall: 1. Provide bill drafting,  research and other services to the legislature deemed necessary or advisable by the council to improve the quality of legislation and to ensure full participation by the legislative branch in determining and reviewing policy and the administration of state affairs. 2. Adopt rules and formulate policies for the administration of this article and for the conduct of the affairs of the council. 3. Appoint clerical,  technical and professional assistants deemed necessary or advisable to carry out this article,  fix their compensation and prescribe their powers and duties. 4. Maintain a legislative reference library. 5. Procure information at the request of members of the legislature on any legislative subject. 6. Prepare or revise bills and other legislative measures for members or committees of the legislature and,  on request of a member of the legislature,  for state officers and agencies. 7. Prepare and issue styles and forms for drafting bills,  amendments and other legislative measures for the use of the legislature,  state officers and persons interested in drafting amendments and bills or measures for introduction in the legislature. The styles and forms for drafting amendments shall be developed and adopted in consultation and cooperation with the senate and the house of representatives. 8. Prepare and file with the secretary of state,  not later than ten days preceding the regular primary election,  an analysis of the provisions of each ballot proposal of a measure or proposed amendment.  B. The legislative council may purchase,  lease and otherwise acquire land and buildings and make improvements to land and buildings it acquires or uses for the purpose of providing suitable facilities for the use of the legislative department. The council may obtain operational and maintenance assistance for any legislative facilities without charge from the department of administration,  may obtain security assistance from the department of public safety,  may employ personnel to discharge operational,  maintenance and security functions or may contract for outside services payable from council appropriations. C. The legislative council shall pay legal fees incurred jointly by the house of representatives and the senate on the authorization of the speaker of the house of representatives and the president of the senate.
AZ Rev Stat § 41-1304.01 (2021)
2021 Arizona Revised Statutes|Title 41 - State Government|§ 41-1304.01 - Continuing code revision

41-1304.01.  Continuing code revision A. The director of the Arizona legislative council shall provide for: 1. The preparation and submission to the legislature of a report as to defects in the constitution and laws of Arizona. 2. The drafting in the form of bills and resolutions of proposed legislation to carry out the recommendations contained in the report as to defects in the constitution and laws of Arizona. All drafting in the form of bills and resolutions of proposed legislation to correct defects in the constitution and laws of Arizona that were subject to a successful referendum shall be submitted to the legislature separately from all other drafts to correct reported defects. 3. The arranging for publication of annotations of decisions of the supreme court of Arizona. 4. The preparation,  arranging and correlation for publication,  at the end of each legislative session,  of the laws enacted during the session. 5. The preparation,  arranging and correlation for publication of other laws enacted. B. The director may prepare for submission to the legislature a rewriting and revision,  in simplified style,  phraseology and order,  of any title,  chapter,  article or sections of the Arizona Revised Statutes.
AZ Rev Stat § 41-1304.02 (2021)
2021 Arizona Revised Statutes|Title 41 - State Government|§ 41-1304.02 - Preparing the statutes for publication; revisions

41-1304.02.  Preparing the statutes for publication;  revisions A. The director of the Arizona legislative council,  in carrying out section 41-1304.01,  subsection A,  paragraphs 4 and 5,  shall not alter the sense,  meaning or effect of any law but may: 1. Renumber sections and parts of sections of newly enacted text. 2. Rearrange sections,  parts of sections,  articles,  chapters and titles.  3. Change reference numbers to agree with renumbered sections,  parts of sections,  articles,  chapters or titles.  4. Substitute the proper section,  article,  chapter or title for the terms " the preceding section" ,  " this article"  and " this act"  and similar terms. 5. Substitute the actual date for the terms " the effective date of this section"  and " the effective date of this amendment to this section"  and similar terms. 6. Strike out figures where they are merely a repetition of written words.  7. Change capitalization for the purpose of uniformity. 8. Correct manifest clerical,  typographical and electronic database errors in statutory and nonstatutory text. B. The director shall: 1. Omit from the statutes all temporary laws,  all titles to acts,  all enacting and repealing clauses,  all declarations of emergency,  and all purpose,  validity and construction clauses unless,  from their nature,  it may be necessary to retain some of them to preserve the full meaning and intent of the law. 2. Include in the statutes any provision that was enacted as temporary law but that,  by its nature,  will have continuing application or effect. C. The director shall not undertake to make any change of: 1. Existing laws,  it being the intention of this section that the director shall in no manner assume to exercise legislative power. 2. A provision that is subject to a referendum until the provision becomes law as provided in the Constitution of Arizona.
AZ Rev Stat § 41-1304.03 (2021)
2021 Arizona Revised Statutes|Title 41 - State Government|§ 41-1304.03 - Authority to blend sections amended or added more than once before publication

41-1304.03.  Authority to blend sections amended or added more than once before publication When a section of the statutes is added or amended by two or more enactments,  or if a section of the Constitution of Arizona is amended by vote of the people on two or more ballot propositions,  after the most recent official publication of the statutes,  the director of the Arizona legislative council may,  when preparing the laws for the next publication,  combine the multiple versions of each respective section into a single section,  except that: 1. In so doing the director may not effect a substantive change in the existing statutes or the provisions of the new enactment. 2. A provision that is subject to a referendum shall not be combined with any other amendment or addition of the same section until the provision becomes law as provided in the Constitution of Arizona.
AZ Rev Stat § 41-1304.04 (2021)
2021 Arizona Revised Statutes|Title 41 - State Government|§ 41-1304.04 - Authority to accept and expend in the name of the legislature public and private gifts and grants

41-1304.04.  Authority to accept and expend in the name of the legislature public and private gifts and grants The Arizona legislative council may accept and expend in the name of the legislature public and private gifts and grants.