HOA voting; elections; ballot measures

SB 1438 amends Arizona law governing voting procedures for homeowners' associations (HOAs). It requires HOAs to end proxy voting after the "declarant control" period ends, mandating that owners vote in person or via absentee ballot (paper, email, fax, or secure electronic systems). The bill specifies ballot requirements, including clear voting options, voter identification details (name, address, unit number), and rules for ballot delivery deadlines (at least 10 days before voting). It also requires HOAs to retain ballots for six months and publicly post election results within 48 hours. This directly affects all HOA members and boards in Arizona regarding how they conduct elections and vote on measures.