Which branch of government is primarily responsible for proposing amendments to the Arizona Constitution?

The legislative branch is primarily responsible for proposing amendments to the Arizona Constitution. In Arizona, this process typically requires either a majority vote in both houses of the state legislature or a two-thirds vote in one house and a majority in the other. Once the legislature proposes an amendment, it is then submitted to the voters for approval in an election. This structure ensures that the amendment process is reflective of the will of the people, as it ultimately requires public support.

The executive branch does not have the authority to propose constitutional amendments, as its role is mainly focused on enforcing laws and managing the state government. The judicial branch interprets laws and administers justice but does not engage in the legislative process of drafting amendments. Local government entities do not have the power to amend the state constitution; their responsibilities are generally limited to local ordinances and regulations.