Which body is responsible for proposing amendments to the Arizona Constitution?

The Arizona Constitution outlines a specific process for proposing amendments, and this responsibility lies with the Legislature. According to Article 21 of the Arizona Constitution, amendments can be proposed either by a two-thirds majority in both chambers of the state Legislature or through a citizen initiative process. This legislative authority to propose amendments reflects the democratic principles by allowing elected representatives to play a key role in shaping the state's constitution.

The Governor, the Supreme Court, and the Secretary of State each have distinct roles within the structure of Arizona’s government, but they do not hold the authority to propose amendments to the Constitution. The Governor can influence legislative priorities and may advocate for certain amendments, but cannot unilaterally propose them. The Supreme Court interprets the law but does not have the power to amend the Constitution. The Secretary of State oversees the administration of elections and maintains public records, including those connected to constitutional amendments, but does not propose amendments themselves.