Arizona HB2837 amends notary public regulations, including qualifications, assurance, and rules for electronic records.

Arizona HB2837 modifies the qualifications for notary public commissions, requiring applicants to be at least eighteen years old, U.S. citizens or permanent legal residents, and residents of Arizona for income tax purposes. It mandates that applicants keep an approved manual on notary duties and ethics and execute an oath before receiving a commission. The bill also outlines rules for the secretary of state to adopt regarding notarial acts with respect to electronic records, ensuring integrity and preventing fraud.

Arizona HB2837 amends notary public regulations, including qualifications, assurance, and rules for electronic records.

Arizona HB2837 modifies the qualifications for notary public commissions, requiring applicants to be at least eighteen years old, U.S. citizens or permanent legal residents, and residents of Arizona for income tax purposes. It mandates that applicants keep an approved manual on notary duties and ethics and execute an oath before receiving a commission. The bill also outlines rules for the secretary of state to adopt regarding notarial acts with respect to electronic records, ensuring integrity and preventing fraud.