What is the voting requirement for the Arizona legislature to propose a constitutional amendment?

The requirement for the Arizona legislature to propose a constitutional amendment is a two-thirds majority vote. This means that in order for an amendment to be forwarded for consideration, at least two-thirds of both the Arizona House of Representatives and the Arizona Senate must vote in favor of the proposed amendment. This higher threshold ensures that there is substantial support for any changes to the state constitution, reflecting the significant impact that such amendments can have on state governance and the rights of citizens. It is a safeguard designed to prevent hasty or ill-considered changes to the foundational document of the state.

In contrast, a simple majority would allow for changes with less consensus, potentially undermining the stability and integrity of the constitution. Furthermore, three-fourths majority and unanimous consent are typically more stringent thresholds that are not required at the state level for proposing amendments, as they would be more appropriate for ratification processes at the federal level.