In light of the Arizona Supreme Court decision, Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap has submitted a court-aligned settlement proposal to Judge Coury and Maricopa County Board of Supervisors in order to restore each parties’ lawful statutory authority and ensure stability in the 2026 and 2028 elections. 
 
“This proposal builds upon the framework developed during court-ordered mediation and more fully aligns the parties' respective responsibilities with Arizona law and the direction provided by both the Superior Court and the Arizona Supreme Court,” said Recorder Heap. “This agreement will provide a clearer operational framework designed to reduce future conflict and ensure the smooth, secure administration of elections for all Maricopa County voters. I look forward to the Board’s cooperation with the Supreme Court and Superior Court’s orders as we finalize this agreement built upon respect for the rule of law.”

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