What is the required number of subjects allowed in a single act?

The requirement that an act in the Arizona Legislature must address only one subject is rooted in the principles of clarity and accountability in lawmaking. This principle is meant to prevent "logrolling," a practice where unrelated provisions are bundled together to secure votes, often leading to the passage of measures that might not otherwise garner individual support. By limiting each act to a single subject, legislators are encouraged to consider the implications and merits of each proposed law independently, ensuring that constituents understand what they are voting on. This fosters transparency and reduces the chances of confusion, enabling voters to hold their representatives accountable for specific issues rather than complex, multifaceted legislation. This one-subject requirement is consistent with practices in other legislative bodies aimed at maintaining order and focus in legislative processes.