Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap filed a lawsuit against the board of supervisors in June 2025, claiming they unlawfully assumed control over specific election administration functions. The board characterized the lawsuit as frivolous and accused Heap of misusing taxpayer funds.
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Maricopa County officials reach agreement on election oversight
Election officials in Maricopa County, Arizona, have reached an agreement on the oversight of election administration, concluding a legal dispute initiated by Recorder Justin Heap. Heap's lawsuit alleged that the board of supervisors overstepped its authority, which the board dismissed as frivolous.
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Election officials in Arizona's largest county agree on how to oversee vote, ending legal battle
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Maricopa County officials reach agreement on election oversight