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Run for State Corporation Commissioner in AZ
Election Date: Aug 6, 2024Filing Deadline: Apr 8, 2024
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $79,500/year
- Filing period: Mar 4, 2024 - Apr 8, 2024
- Positions: Arizona Corporation CommissionArizona Corporation Commission
Job description
The State Corporation Commissioner is officer in an independent department of state government with delegated administrative, legislative and judicial powers to regulate business and economic interests, including the regulation of insurance, public utilities, securities, retail franchising, and railroads.
Eligibility requirements
Every officer shall be not less than eighteen years of age, a citizen of the United States and a resident of this state. The Corporation Commissioners may not have any personal economic interests in corporations they oversee. No person is eligible to any office, employment or service in any public institution in the state, or in any of the several counties thereof, of any kind or character, whether by election, appointment or contract, unless he is a citizen of the United States, but the provisions of this subsection shall not apply to the employment of any teacher, instructor or professor authorized to teach in the United States under the teacher exchange program as provided by federal statutes or the employment of university or college faculty members. A person who is unable to speak, write and read the English language is not eligible to hold a state, county, city, town or precinct office in the state, whether elective or appointive, and no certificate of election or commission shall issue to a person so disqualified.
FAQ
How often is State Corporation Commissioner elected?
The position of State Corporation Commissioner is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be partisan?
Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in AZ?
No filing fee. Petition signature requirements: Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Where is the filing office?
Office of the Secretary of State, Elections Division, 1700 W, Washington St Fl 7, Phoenix AZ 85007-2808.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 602-542-8683.
How do I get started running for State Corporation Commissioner?
You can start running for State Corporation Commissioner by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!
Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?
The next election for State Corporation Commissioner includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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