Senator Mark Finchem introduced SB 1641, the Designated Survivor bill, in response to rising threats against public institutions and leaders. Continuity of government is not theoretical. It is a real concern in unstable times.
SB 1641 establishes a designated survivor protocol to ensure Arizona’s government can continue functioning if multiple leaders are incapacitated during a major event. Preparedness is responsible governance.
Finchem introduced SB 1641 because the state has a duty to plan for worst-case scenarios so citizens are never left without lawful leadership.
Bill Info: https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/83789
(State Affairs) Designated survivor: New bill aims to appoint state leader in event of mass catastrophe
Sen. Mark Finchem wants to bring a designated survivor scheme to Arizona to prevent the total wipeout of state government when officials gather for the State of the State address or inaugurations. For those unfamiliar with the TV series starring Kiefer Sutherland, a designated survivor is a member of the president’s cabinet who is chosen to remain absent from the State of the Union address or a presidential inauguration. That cabinet official instead stays in a secure location…
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