Secretary of State of Arizona
| Secretary of State of Arizona | |
|---|---|
since January 2, 2023 | |
| Style | The Honorable |
| Residence | Phoenix, Arizona |
| Term length | Four years, can succeed self once; eligible again after 4-year respite |
| Formation | 1912 |
| Succession | First |
| Deputy | Keely Varvel |
| Salary | $70,000 |
| Website | azsos |
The secretary of state of Arizona is an elected position in the U.S. state of Arizona. Since Arizona does not have a lieutenant governor, the secretary stands first in the line of succession to the governorship. The secretary also serves as acting governor whenever the governor is incapacitated or out of state. In 2022, voters approved Proposition 131 which created the office of Lieutenant Governor, who will be jointly elected with the Governor, and will supersede the secretary of state in the order of succession. These changes will take effect following the 2026 elections.
The secretary is the keeper of the Seal of Arizona and administers oaths of office. The current office holder is Democrat Adrian Fontes.