Arizona Secretary of State
Official Account for the Arizona Secretary of State
- PRESS RELEASE: Secretary of State Adrian Fontes Outlines Updated Election Timeline
- “If they weren’t afraid of our power, they wouldn’t be trying to squelch it and keep us from using it.”
- Pillar 1: Reduce Lines & Ensure Your Legal Vote Is Counted #VotersFirstAZ These changes align Arizona’s election system with best practices, standardize the voting process across the board, and ensure every eligible voter is given equal access to make their voice heard.
- Thank you, Senator Ortiz. Arizona voters deserve policy that modernizes and standardizes our election processes across all 15 counties. Call your legislators: it’s time to hear the Voters First Act. CC: @azsenatedems.bsky.social #VotersFirstAZ
- No means no. As your Secretary of State, I will not break federal and state law by handing over Arizona voters' confidential information to the Department of Justice. Our elections are the golden thread that ties our democracy together & are safe and secure in the rightful hands of the states.
- Calling all AZ teachers: Join in on this AZ America250 initiative that encourages students to share what they love about our great state! 🌵 Help us celebrate Arizona's role in America's 250th anniversary. The deadline to request is February 9!
- The Constitution is clear: states run our elections. (1/2)
- Full time Secretary of State, part time capitol tour guide. Schedule your group tour at azcapitolmuseum.gov today and you might have a surprise tour guide!
- The golden thread that runs through the fabric of our nation is our elections. In times of uncertainty, we can depend on them. America does not cancel elections.
- 2020 is done. The dust has settled and the cases have been proven. It’s time to put the American voter first. Learn more about the Voters First Act here: azvotersfirst.com #VotersFirstAZ
- Secretary Fontes was honored to join ASU CLAPR’s panel discussion about AZ’s elections, redistricting, and the future of the VRA. The reality of election admin. demands a committed partnership between academics and elected officials to ensure we are doing everything to meet the needs of voters.
- Poll workers are the backbone of the electoral process. On this Help America Vote Day, the Dept. of State wants to thank everyone who has worked at our polls and encourage others to join them during the upcoming 2026 midterm election.
- This isn’t leadership. This is blackmail. The Department of Justice has now told Minnesota officials that they will remove ICE if they hand over their voter rolls - this is not how the law works.
- No shock here: It has now been reported that the U.S. Department of Justice has handed over private voter data to the Department of Homeland Security. As long as I am the Secretary of State, Arizonans can be confident that I am not going to allow anyone to weaponize their private voter information.
- Thank you to the Arizona Cardinals for the invitation to speak at the first Civics Matters Summit! A great opportunity to connect with the 4,500 students from across Arizona to empower them to continue learning about civics and the impact of their voice.
- Secretary Fontes and Legislative leaders introduced the "Voters First Act” - a proposal to modernize, standardize, and prioritize the voting process for every eligible voter in AZ, sponsored by Senator @priya4az.bsky.social and Rep. Oscar De Los Santos. Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZeCQ...
- Why the Privacy Act of 1974 still matters — and why I’m defending Arizonans’ data FULL READ: www.yourvalley.net/scottsdale-i...
- “But here’s the problem: The fact that we’re running through these scenarios in the first place should tell you something about the health of our democracy.” Full Read: www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...
- Today we marched together, inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s vision of equality, justice, and opportunity for all. Proud to stand with our community in the Annual Arizona MLK Celebration in Phoenix. #MLKDay
- ICYMI: Secretary Fontes sat down with Arizona Horizon’s Ted Simons last week to discuss the DOJ’s illegal request to access Arizona’s unredacted voter files. “...and because I don’t trust them...I’m not going to give up Arizonans personal identifying information. It’s just not going to happen.”
- Congratulations to Sophie Stern and Tysen Woodward who received the NASS John Lewis Youth Leadership Award yesterday. Their efforts have contributed to fostering a culture of civic responsibility and informed engagement, encouraging others to take an active role in the democratic process.
- Secretary Fontes sat down with Arizona Horizon’s Ted Simons to discuss the DOJ's illegal request to access Arizona's unredacted voter files.
- Secretary Fontes participated in celebrations for the 31st Annual Indian Nations and Tribes Legislative Day at the Capitol. This event offers a great opportunity for collaboration with our Native partner organizations and the 22 federally recognized Tribes that call Arizona home.
- Secretary Fontes attended the Arizona House of Representatives Opening Day Ceremony, Fifty-Seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session. Today marks a start of a new session dedicated to serving Arizonans and shaping the future of our state.
- Secretary Fontes was honored to join the AZ Chamber this afternoon to help kick off the legislative session here in Arizona. (1/2)
- Secretary Fontes sat down with the student government leaders at Skyline Prep High School to discuss the role of the Secretary of State, the importance of hard work, and how his political career has developed. Learning the power of civic duty and why it matters is critical for AZ’s young people.
- ICYMI: The Department of Justice is requesting Arizona's unredacted voter files. Here is an explanation on why their request is illegal and a direct threat to Arizona voters. (1/2)
- "Five years following the January 6th insurrection at our nation’s capital, it is critical that we—as citizens and election officials alike—remain steadfast in our commitment to upholding democracy for generations to come." FULL READ: open.substack.com/pub/thenewde...
- "Now I need to make something crystal clear: cutting off early voting won’t speed up election results for any reason other than the fact that less people will be able to cast their ballot." Come Hell or High Water: A conversation on the resiliency of American democracy with Secretary Fontes
- “You can have it fast, accurate, or cheap. But remember, you only get two.” Come Hell or High Water: A conversation on the resiliency of American democracy with Secretary Fontes
- Honored to celebrate Arizona’s history! 🎉 Secretary Fontes joined the Fiesta Bowl Parade to represent AZ America250, highlighting our shared journey toward the nation’s 250th anniversary.
- “And now it is more critical than ever that we promote the resiliency of America’s democracy and the grit that so many Americans exhibit as election workers during challenging times.” Come Hell or High Water: A conversation on the resiliency of American democracy with Secretary Fontes
- "Access and security are not mutually exclusive when it comes to offering eligible voters every opportunity to cast their vote..." Come Hell or High Water: A conversation on the resiliency of American democracy with Secretary Fontes
- “Any attempt to gut mail-in voting or curb early voting options is an easy tell—those who fear greater participation are not interested in security as much as they are power.” Come Hell or High Water: A conversation on the resiliency of American democracy with Secretary Fontes
- “Access to the ballot box is your right has American and any attempt to deny you access is undemocratic.” Come Hell or High Water: A conversation on the resiliency of American democracy with Secretary Fontes
- PRESS RELEASE: Fontes, Hobbs, Mayes give official approval of 2025 EPM
- PRESS RELEASE: Secretary Fontes Declines Illegal Request from DOJ again
- PRESS RELEASE: Arizona Dept. of State to Launch TikTok Account in Expanded Voter Engagement Effort
- This past weekend, Secretary Fontes had the honor of joining the ribbon cutting ceremony with @MayorGallego and others for the Scottsdale Phoenix Giving Machine at Desert Ridge. 🎀 (1/2)
- A strong economy is impossible without meaningful partnerships and a healthy democracy. (1/2)
- As the year comes to a close, Secretary Fontes was honored as an Arizona Space Marshal by the Arizona Space Commission. (1/2)
- 📲Inside the movement to professionalize election administration “The AZ Secretary of State's Arizona Fellows program places students in county election offices, boosting interest in election work and helping offices engage younger, more diverse voters.” www.coppercountrynews.com/premium/stac...
