38-383. Unavailability of governor; appointment
of temporary successor


In the event of an attack after which the duly elected governor or his successors
designated by the Constitution of Arizona are unavailable to serve due to death or for
other reasons, the state legislature in emergency session shall designate a temporary
governor who shall serve until such time as conditions permit compliance with
constitutional mandates for filling the vacancy. Such designee shall be of the same
political party as the duly elected governor and he is authorized to exercise full powers
and duties of the office during his temporary appointment.