This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for licensing and regulating transitional housing facilities for individuals reentering society after incarceration. It defines a transitional housing facility as a temporary living arrangement that provides basic necessities like job training, employment services, access to parole officers, housing, meals, and clothing, while simultaneously offering voluntary reentry programs with licensed outpatient behavioral health services. The bill requires the Arizona Department of Health Services to develop and enforce minimum standards for these facilities, including policies on resident treatment participation, abstinence from drugs and alcohol, medication continuity, resident rights, safety, complaint management, and facility maintenance. Facilities must obtain a license, pay associated fees, and undergo annual inspections to ensure compliance. The bill mandates specific staff training, notification requirements for critical incidents, and prohibits staff from having personal relationships with residents. Violations can result in civil penalties up to $1,000 per day, and operating without a license could be classified as a class 6 felony. Existing sober living homes will need to transition to the new licensure framework within 30 days of rule implementation, ensuring a standardized approach to supporting individuals transitioning from incarceration to independent living.

SB1537

Arizona Transitional Housing and Reentry Programs Act

The Obesity Treatment Study Committee is created to assess the cost, effectiveness, and value of expanding Medicaid coverage to include comprehensive treatment for individuals living with obesity. The committee will consist of members from both the Senate and House of Representatives, as well as representatives from health services and advocacy organizations. It is tasked with conducting a thorough study, identifying additional resources, and reviewing current policies to improve health outcomes. A report detailing the committee's findings and recommendations is to be submitted by December 31, 2025, with the section repealed after September 30, 2026.

SB1711

Establishment of the Obesity Treatment Study Committee

This bill modifies Arizona's existing statutes regarding firearms and prohibited weapons, primarily making technical changes to the definitions and classifications of certain weapons. The bill removes the provision that classified devices designed to muffle the sound of a firearm as a prohibited weapon, which effectively means such sound suppressors or "silencers" will no longer be automatically considered illegal. The bill also renumbers several sections of the existing law, adjusting the listing of prohibited weapon categories without substantially changing their substantive content. Additionally, the bill updates references to prohibited weapon definitions in related sections, such as the section on simulated explosive devices, to maintain consistency with the new numbering scheme. These changes appear to slightly modify how certain firearms-related items are classified under Arizona law, potentially making some previously prohibited items legal or changing how they are categorized. The bill maintains existing definitions for terms like "firearm," "prohibited possessor," and other key concepts related to weapons regulation in Arizona.

SB1014

Arizona Firearms and Prohibited Weapons Legislation

The Arizona Divestment from Chinese Companies Act prohibits publicly managed funds from holding investments in companies connected to the People's Republic of China, including those owned or controlled by the Chinese government or military. Publicly managed funds are required to begin divesting from these prohibited holdings immediately, completing the process within one year. Exceptions are made if the investments constitute less than one percent of the fund's total value and if divesting would incur excessive costs. The act also provides immunity and indemnification for funds acting under this legislation, ensuring they are protected from legal liabilities related to divestment decisions. The overarching goal is to halt funding to entities linked to the Chinese government amid increasing economic and military tensions.

SB1221

Arizona Public Fund Divestment from Chinese Entities

Senate Bill 1395 amends section 32-1423 of the Arizona Revised Statutes to establish specific criteria for applicants who have graduated from unapproved allopathic medical schools. In addition to basic licensure requirements, these applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English, hold a standard certificate from the educational council commission for foreign medical graduates, and complete a 24-month hospital internship or residency program. The bill aims to ensure that international medical graduates meet the necessary qualifications to practice medicine in Arizona, thereby enhancing the quality of healthcare in the state.

SB1395

Arizona Medical Board Licensing Requirements for International Graduates

This bill establishes a Parents as Paid Caregivers program within Arizona's Medicaid system, creating new regulations for parents who provide care for minor children with disabilities. The bill defines specific parameters for parent caregivers, including limiting care services to 40 hours per week per child, restricting billing for certain household tasks, and requiring parents to be Arizona residents for at least six months. It mandates an electronic visit verification system to track care services, with unique modifiers to distinguish between parent and non-parent providers. The bill requires quarterly reporting to the legislative budget committee on program utilization, including details like emergency department visits, enrollment growth, and approved care hours. Additionally, by October 2025, the state must implement a standardized assessment tool to determine extraordinary care needs, separating routine parental tasks from billable care services. The bill also introduces new oversight for federal waiver proposals, requiring legislative approval for significant changes to Medicaid coverage or services. To support the program's implementation, the bill includes supplemental appropriations totaling over $412 million from prescription drug rebate and developmental disabilities funds, and mandates a special audit of the program by August 2026 to review implementation and compare practices with other states.

HB2945

Establishing a Parents as Paid Caregivers Program

Senate Bill 1256 amends the Arizona Revised Statutes to prevent state agencies from utilizing diversity, equity, and inclusion programs for hiring, training, or promotion purposes. It explicitly prohibits requiring employees to engage in such programs and mandates that participation in these programs cannot be a condition for contracts. The bill also establishes monitoring of hiring practices to ensure compliance with these prohibitions. The definition of a diversity, equity, and inclusion program is provided, focusing on activities that justify differential treatment based on various personal characteristics.

SB1256

Prohibition of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs in State Employment

Senate Bill 1543 amends Arizona Revised Statutes to facilitate the development of international headquarters campuses by allowing municipalities with populations between 200,000 and 500,000 to permit ancillary uses like multifamily housing and hotels. These uses can be approved without public hearings if they meet criteria related to employment and occupancy restrictions. The bill aims to attract corporate headquarters to Arizona, enhancing economic development. It also establishes regulations for building permits, occupancy, and the designation of affordable housing units. The legislation emphasizes the importance of these developments for the state's economic prosperity.

SB1543

Arizona Homestead Exemption Amendment Act

Senate Bill 1225 amends section 15-710.02 of the Arizona Revised Statutes to establish a requirement for public schools to dedicate a portion of the school day on 9/11 Education Day to teach students about the events of September 11, 2001. This instruction is aimed at students in grades seven through twelve and is intended to be age-appropriate. The state board of education is authorized to develop policies or adopt rules to implement this requirement. The bill is classified as an emergency measure, allowing it to take effect immediately to preserve public peace, health, or safety.

SB1225

9/11 Education Day Mandate

This bill modifies Arizona's existing law regarding public funding for family planning services by prohibiting state or local governments from contracting with or providing grants to any entity that performs or promotes abortions. The bill changes the language around abortion-related restrictions, removing the term "nonfederally qualified" and expanding the prohibition to include facilities that promote abortions, not just perform them. The legislation maintains a priority order for distributing public funds for family planning services, starting with state-owned health facilities, then hospitals, federally qualified health centers, rural health clinics, and primary health service providers. The bill allows the attorney general or county attorney to take legal action to enforce these restrictions, and any entity potentially impacted by funding reductions can also bring a lawsuit. Entities found to be in violation could face legal consequences, including potential recoupment of funds and mandatory attorney fees. The bill also updates definitions related to public monies, hospitals, health centers, and rural health clinics, and removes a previous definition of "nonfederally qualified abortion." The goal appears to be further restricting public funding for entities associated with abortion services.

HB2547

Prohibiting Public Funding for Aboriton

House Bill 2733 amends Arizona Revised Statutes to introduce section 12-820.10, which states that public entities or employees are not liable for injuries to unmanned aircraft caused by peace officers acting on reasonable suspicion of violations of certain laws. This immunity applies when the aircraft is within fifteen miles of the state's international border. The bill defines 'unmanned aircraft' and 'unmanned aircraft operator' to clarify the scope of the legislation. The intent is to enhance law enforcement capabilities while protecting them from civil liability in specific situations involving unmanned aircraft.

HB2733

Immunity for Unmanned Aircraft Operations Near Arizona's Border

This bill establishes new restrictions and procedures for voter registration list maintenance in Arizona, focusing on several key provisions. The bill prohibits Arizona from participating in multistate voter registration organizations that require sharing voter registration records, with an exception for specific governmental entities. It allows the Secretary of State to join voter registration information-sharing organizations, but only if the organization's membership is composed solely of state election officials and includes specific confidentiality protections. The bill requires county recorders to establish a uniform voter registration list maintenance program that complies with federal voting rights laws, including sending address confirmation notices to voters who have not recently voted or updated their registration. The legislation mandates that voter registrations cannot be canceled within 90 days of a federal election and requires county recorders to report list maintenance activities to the Secretary of State twice annually. Additionally, the bill introduces new procedures for handling voter registration when a voter is potentially ineligible, such as being deceased, a convicted felon, or not a U.S. citizen, which includes suspending the registration and notifying the voter to revise or clarify their information. The Secretary of State is also required to submit an annual report detailing the membership terms of any voter registration information-sharing organization and provide information on voter removals.

HB2206

Arizona Voter Registration Verification Act

The Arizona House Bill 2180 amends previous laws to implement a three-year pilot program that allows licensed hospitals to provide acute care services at home. The program is designed to ensure that emergency response times do not exceed thirty minutes. It outlines eligibility criteria for hospitals, protocols for patient eligibility, and the types of healthcare services that can be provided. Additionally, it specifies the qualifications for mobile paramedics and the reporting requirements for participating hospitals. The pilot program is set to be repealed after December 31, 2026.

HB2180

Arizona Acute Care at Home Pilot Program

House Bill 2184 appropriates a total of $500,000 from the state general fund for fiscal year 2025-2026. Of this amount, $250,000 is allocated to the Arizona Health Innovation Trust Fund, while the other $250,000 is designated for a pilot program as outlined in Arizona Revised Statutes. The bill aims to ensure that the trust fund grows to maintain a permanent endowment of at least $200 million. Additionally, the appropriation for the pilot program is exempt from lapsing provisions, allowing for continued funding and support for health innovation initiatives in Arizona.

HB2184

Arizona Health Innovation Trust Fund Appropriations

House Bill 2584 proposes a comprehensive study to evaluate the reimbursement rates for nonemergency medical transportation provided to members of the Arizona health care cost containment system. The Arizona health care cost containment system may receive funding from transportation providers to cover the costs of this study. An independent consulting firm will be contracted to assess the costs associated with providing these services, including programmatic, administrative, and technology costs. The study aims to ensure that reimbursement rates are adequate for both rural and urban transportation providers. Results will be reported to the joint legislative budget committee and incorporated into future capitation rate requests.

HB2584

Arizona Nonemergency Medical Transportation Reimbursement Study

House Bill 2312 repeals section 41-3025.09 of the Arizona Revised Statutes and introduces section 41-3031.09, which sets the termination date for the State Board of Dental Examiners to July 1, 2031. The bill aims to promote the safe and professional practice of dentistry in Arizona by continuing the board's operations. Additionally, it specifies that the relevant title and section will be repealed on January 1, 2032. The provisions of this act are retroactive to July 1, 2025, ensuring that the board's authority remains intact until the specified termination date.

HB2312

Arizona Dental Board Continuation Act

House Bill 2313 repeals section 41-3025.14 of the Arizona Revised Statutes and amends title 41 to add section 41-3031.07, which states that the Board of Behavioral Health Examiners will terminate on July 1, 2031. The bill aims to promote the safe and professional practice of behavioral health services. Additionally, it specifies that related statutes will be repealed on January 1, 2032. The legislation is effective retroactively from July 1, 2025.

HB2313

Continuation of the Board of Behavioral Health Examiners

House Bill 2314 repeals a previous statute and establishes a new section that mandates the continuation of the Arizona Board of Osteopathic Examiners in Medicine and Surgery until July 1, 2031. The bill ensures that the board will regulate the practice of osteopathic medicine for public health, safety, and welfare. Additionally, it specifies that the board will be dissolved on January 1, 2032. The legislation is retroactively effective from July 1, 2025, ensuring a seamless transition in governance for the board's operations.

HB2314

Arizona Osteopathic Examiners Board Continuation Act

House Bill 2315 repeals a previous statute and amends the Arizona Revised Statutes to continue the Board of Respiratory Care Examiners until July 1, 2031. The bill emphasizes the importance of the board in regulating respiratory care practices to protect public health, safety, and welfare. Additionally, it sets a retroactive effective date for certain provisions to July 1, 2025, ensuring a seamless transition in regulatory oversight. The board will be dissolved on January 1, 2032, along with the relevant statutes.

HB2315

Continuation of the Board of Respiratory Care Examiners

Arizona House Bill 2704 introduces amendments to several sections of the Arizona Revised Statutes, focusing on the taxation and regulation of county stadium districts. The bill outlines procedures for issuing special ninety-day nonresident registration permits for vehicles, detailing the requirements for dealers and authorized third parties. It also specifies the distribution of tax revenues collected from these districts, ensuring that funds are allocated appropriately to support local infrastructure and services. Additionally, the bill addresses compliance measures for dealers and the responsibilities of the Department of Transportation and the Department of Revenue in maintaining records and facilitating tax collection. Overall, the legislation aims to streamline tax processes and enhance the financial management of county stadium districts in Arizona.

HB2704

Arizona County Stadium District Tax Amendments

House Bill 2801 creates a technology study committee in Arizona to address issues related to assistive technology. The committee will consist of members appointed by the president of the senate and the speaker of the house, representing various organizations and communities involved in assistive technology. The committee is tasked with studying specific issues, analyzing emerging technologies, and identifying potential changes to better serve individuals with assistive technology needs. It will meet twice a year and is required to submit a report on its activities and recommendations by October 1, 2026. The section establishing the committee will be repealed after this date.

HB2801

Establishment of the Arizona Technology Study Committee

House Bill 2031 proposes significant amendments to multiple sections of the Arizona Revised Statutes, focusing on the repeal of outdated regulations and the consolidation of administrative procedures. The bill seeks to eliminate unnecessary boards and commissions, thereby reducing bureaucratic overhead and improving efficiency within state government operations. Key areas affected include agricultural regulations, health care provisions, and administrative support funds. By repealing certain titles and chapters, the legislation aims to modernize the regulatory landscape and enhance the effectiveness of state agencies. Overall, this bill represents a comprehensive effort to simplify governance and promote better resource management in Arizona.

HB2031

Comprehensive Revisions to Arizona Agricultural Regulations

House Bill 2012 amends various sections of the Arizona Revised Statutes to establish clear prohibitions against the mandatory administration of emergency use products, as defined by federal law. Employers, government entities, and health care entities are explicitly barred from imposing such requirements on their employees or constituents. This legislation aims to protect individual rights and autonomy regarding health care decisions, particularly in the context of emergency use products. The bill reflects a growing trend towards personal choice in medical interventions and seeks to ensure that no one is coerced into receiving treatments that are not fully approved. The implications of this legislation may influence workplace policies and health care practices across the state.

HB2012

Prohibition of Emergency Use Product Mandates in Arizona

House Bill 2058 amends Arizona Revised Statutes to introduce section 15-1825, which outlines the requirements for proof of immunizations for students at higher education institutions. It requires these institutions to fully disclose immunization requirements and exemptions to prospective students. Students aged eighteen and older can be exempted from immunization requirements if they provide a signed statement regarding their personal beliefs or a written certification from a healthcare professional indicating that immunization may be detrimental to their health. The exemption is valid only for the duration of the medical condition that precludes immunization.

HB2058

Arizona School Immunization Exemption Act

House Bill 2670 amends Arizona's education statutes to require that health education for students in grades seven and eight includes comprehensive instruction on fetal development. This instruction must cover the human reproductive process, pregnancy, infertility, and the growth of an unborn child during each trimester. The state board of education may also extend this requirement to grades one through six and nine through twelve, ensuring age-appropriate content. Parents have the right to request that their child be excused from this instruction, and schools must inform parents about the curriculum and their opt-out options.

HB2670

Arizona Fetal Development Education Act

House Bill 2663 amends Arizona Revised Statutes to introduce a new section regarding classroom management and student discipline. It mandates that if a teacher removes a student from class, the principal or designated administrator must provide written certification for the student's readmission. This certification must state the authorization for readmission and describe any disciplinary actions taken. The bill aims to enhance communication and accountability in handling student behavior, ensuring that teachers are informed of the actions taken regarding their students.C79

HB2663 2025

Classroom Management and Student Readmission Act

The Topical Medication Management Act allows hospitals and outpatient surgical centers to offer unused portions of facility-provided multidose medications to patients upon discharge if these medications are necessary for ongoing treatment. It mandates that these medications be ordered at least 24 hours prior to a surgical procedure. In cases where the medication is used in an operating room or emergency department, the prescriber is responsible for patient counseling regarding its use, waiving any pharmacist counseling requirements. The act also establishes labeling requirements for these medications to ensure compliance with existing regulations.

HB2405

Topical Medical Waste Reduction Act

House Bill 2210 seeks to repeal section 41-3025.02 of the Arizona Revised Statutes and introduces a new section, 41-3033.02, which stipulates that the Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions will terminate on July 1, 2033, if voters approve a constitutional amendment that repeals its authority. The bill aims to ensure the continued administration of insurance and financial institution laws in Arizona while protecting consumers. Additionally, it outlines the retroactive application of these changes from July 1, 2025. The legislation reflects the state's commitment to regulating the insurance market and safeguarding consumer interests.

HB2210

Termination of Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions

The Arizona Medical Assistants Scope of Practice Act outlines the permissible medical procedures that medical assistants can perform under the supervision of licensed medical professionals. It specifies tasks such as taking body fluid specimens, administering injections, and placing/removing urinary catheters, which require appropriate training. Additionally, the bill allows medical assistants to perform various administrative tasks without direct supervision. The legislation mandates that the Arizona medical board establish training requirements for medical assistants, ensuring they meet competency standards. Violations of the title usage are classified as misdemeanors unless the individual is properly supervised or certified.

HB2025

Arizona Medical Assistants Scope of Practice Act

The Arizona Election Procedures Enhancement Act mandates the Secretary of State to create and maintain an official instructions and procedures manual for elections, ensuring correctness, impartiality, and efficiency. The manual must be approved by the governor and attorney general before each general election. It outlines rules for early voting, ballot distribution, and electronic voting systems. Violations of these rules are classified as class 2 misdemeanors. The act also emphasizes the importance of expert personnel in reviewing electronic voting systems to recommend necessary changes.

HB2205

Arizona Election Procedures Enhancement Act

The Arizona Regulatory Cost Control Act mandates that any agency proposing a rule estimated to increase regulatory costs by more than $100,000 must submit it for review to the Office of Economic Opportunity. If the estimated costs exceed $500,000, the rule cannot take effect without legislative ratification. The act also allows citizens and businesses affected by rules to request assessments of their impact on taxpayers. Additionally, the legislature can eliminate any agency rule costing taxpayers over $1,000,000 annually through a concurrent resolution. This legislation seeks to ensure that significant regulatory changes are carefully evaluated and approved by the legislature.

HB2632

Arizona Regulatory Cost Management Act

House Bill 2404 establishes the Arizona Commerce Authority and outlines its mission to promote economic growth and job creation through business expansion, attraction, and retention. The authority is governed by a board of directors, including the governor and private sector leaders, with specific appointment procedures. The bill mandates background checks for board members and sets guidelines for meetings, audits, and public access to records. Additionally, it emphasizes collaboration with state agencies to address infrastructure needs and economic opportunities. The authority is limited to a maximum of one hundred full-time employees and is subject to various transparency and conflict of interest regulations.

HB2404

Arizona Commerce Authority Governance and Operations

The Arizona Immigration Enforcement Act requires cities and counties to enforce and cooperate with federal immigration laws. It amends existing statutes to ensure that local governments are aligned with federal directives regarding immigration enforcement. The act also outlines the powers and duties of the governor and attorney general in relation to immigration law enforcement. Additionally, it includes provisions for the delayed repeal of certain sections by January 19, 2029. This legislation is a response to public safety concerns related to immigration and aims to fulfill the intent of voters expressed in Proposition 314.

HB2099

Arizona Executive Officers Duties and Immigration Enforcement Act

The Arizona Elections Integrity Act prohibits government entities from using funds or services donated by foreign governments or foreign nongovernmental sources for election administration. It requires vendors providing election services to certify that they do not receive foreign donations and mandates quarterly reporting to the Secretary of State. The act also establishes civil penalties for non-compliance and allows qualified electors to bring civil actions for violations. Additionally, it amends various sections of the Arizona Revised Statutes related to election procedures, ensuring that election integrity is maintained and that voters can trust the electoral process.

HCR2013

Arizona Election Integrity Act

House Bill 2235 proposes amendments to Arizona’s traffic laws by mandating the installation of signage along Interstates 8, 10, and 40. These signs will instruct slower vehicles to keep right and designate the left lane strictly for passing, while also warning drivers of a $200 civil penalty for non-compliance. The bill aims to enhance traffic flow and highway safety by reinforcing lane discipline and updating existing statutes related to right-lane driving.  

However, this bill introduces redundant regulations that add bureaucracy without delivering meaningful benefits to Arizona’s citizens. Similar laws are already in place but remain unenforced, making this legislation an unnecessary expansion of government oversight rather than an effective solution.

HB2235

Traffic Lane Use Regulation and Penalties

Banning voting centers, going back to precinct model voting throughout Arizona.

HR2017

Returning Voting to Local Precincts

Referred to the ballot for the voters to ban voting centers and only vote in precincts. 

HCR2002

Creating Transparency in Arizona Elections

The Arizona Election Integrity and Hand Count Procedures Act establishes detailed protocols for hand counting votes in primary, special, and general elections. It mandates that election officials compare electronic vote totals with physical ballots and conduct random hand counts of selected precincts. The legislation outlines the process for selecting precincts, the races to be counted, and the conditions under which hand counts are expanded. It also requires transparency in the hand counting process, allowing political party representatives to observe and record the counts. Additionally, the act sets forth the establishment of a vote count verification committee to review and revise designated margins for hand counting.

HB2046

Verifying Arizona Votes Through Hand Counts

The Arizona Election Signature Verification and Cure Process Act outlines the responsibilities of county recorders and election officials in verifying voter signatures on early ballot envelopes. If a signature is found to be inconsistent with the voter's registration record, officials must make reasonable efforts to contact the voter and allow them to correct the signature within a specified timeframe. The act also mandates that voters be informed of any missing signatures and provides a structured process for curing these issues. Additionally, it requires daily updates to political parties regarding voters with signature discrepancies during the election period. The legislation aims to enhance the integrity and accessibility of the voting process in Arizona.

HB2050

Arizona Voting Signautre Verification

This Bill repeals the recent abortion ban instituted in Arizona.

HB2677

Repealing the Abortion Ban

This bill prohibits ticket resellers from doing certain practices which may make it harder for people to get decent priced tickets. It also restricts ticket reselling before tickets are made available to the public.

HB2194

Restricting Ticket Scalping in Arizona

Creates regulations on forced organ harvesting.

HB2504

Stopping Forced Organ Harvesting

Permits federal candidates for President of the United States, Senate and House of Representatives to designate observers for counting centers and establishes certain guidelines and minimum requirements for early ballot challengers, voting location challengers and observers.

SB1060

Allowing Candidates to Election Observers

Expands open meeting law requirements to apply to all public bodies, except the_x000D_
Legislature, and requires all public bodies to provide for an opportunity for public comment before_x000D_
any final decision. Requires a public meeting agenda to be available at least 48 hours before the_x000D_
meeting._x000D_


HB2481

Public Transparency and Participation Act

Urges Congress to enact legislation that transfers 30% of Western federal land to the states by 2030.

HCM2005

Transfer Federal Land to Arizona

States that immunizations for which a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) emergency use authorization has been issued are not required for school attendance.

HB2442

No Forced Emergency Authorized Vaccines in School

HB2242 introduces defenses against prosecutions for sexual conduct with a minor under specific circumstances, providing legal protections for certain individuals or scenarios. It states that sexual conduct with a minor who is under fifteen years of age is a class 2 felony and is punishable under section 13-705. Sexual conduct with a minor who is at least fifteen years of age is a class 4 felony and if the perpetrator is placed on probation they shall be sentenced to serve one year in jail. Sexual conduct with a minor who is at least fifteen years of age is a class 2 felony if the person is or was in a position of trust and the convicted person is not eligible for suspension of sentence, probation, pardon, or release from confinement. _x000D_
Defenses:_x000D_
    - Defense based on Lawful Medical Practice: The bill establishes a defense if sexual conduct with a minor was carried out in furtherance of lawful medical practice. This provision acknowledges situations where medical treatment may involve physical examinations or procedures that could otherwise be construed as sexual conduct._x000D_
    - Defense based on Lack of Consent due to Age: It introduces a defense if the victim's lack of consent is attributable to their age (fifteen, sixteen, or seventeen years old), provided that the defendant did not know and could not reasonably have known the victim's age at the time of the offense._x000D_
    - Defense for Emergency Medical Treatment: The bill creates a defense for individuals, such as licensed physicians, registered nurses, or those rendering emergency care at the scene of an emergency, who administer treatment in good faith under urgent circumstances where obtaining consent is not feasible._x000D_
    - Spousal Defense: It recognizes a defense if the accused was the spouse of the minor at the time of the offense. However, this defense is explicitly stated not to apply in cases prosecuted under section 13-1406, which likely pertains to specific circumstances where spousal defense is not deemed appropriate or relevant._x000D_
    - Close-in-Age Exemption: Lastly, the bill introduces an exemption for consensual sexual conduct between individuals aged fifteen, sixteen, or seventeen and a perpetrator who is no more than three years older than the victim. This provision acknowledges that in certain cases of close age proximity, consensual relationships between minors may not warrant criminal prosecution._x000D_


HB2242

HB2242 specifies legal protections concerning sexual conduct with minors in Arizona, addressing classification, punishment, and defenses to ensure fair legal outcomes.

This bill establishes the right to a jury trial when there is a possibility  of termination of parental rights for an individual.

HB2177

Right to a Jury for Parental Rights

This bill increases penalties for certain crimes regarding the sale of fentanyl._x000D_
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First time Offender 5-15 years_x000D_
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Repeat offender: 10-20 years_x000D_


HB2245

Increasing Penalties for the Selling of Fentanyl

Establishes penalties and enforcement against illegal border crossings._x000D_
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Makes an alien entering or attempting to enter Arizona directly from a foreign nation at_x000D_
any location other than a lawful port of entry (Illegal Entry) unlawful and a class 1_x000D_
misdemeanor._x000D_


HB2748

Establishing Penalties for Illegal Border Crossings

HCR 2060 aims to address the border crisis caused by weaknesses in immigration enforcement, introducing measures to empower law enforcement, reducing incentives for illegal immigration, regulating employment eligibility through the E-Verify program, and increasing punishments for criminals involved in human trafficking and fentanyl smuggling.

HCR2060

Secure the Border Act

Subject to voter approval, prohibits this state and any city, town, county, municipal corporation or other political subdivision of this state from imposing a fee or tax based on vehicle miles traveled by a person in a motor vehicle or enacting any rule or law to monitor or limit the vehicle miles traveled by a person in a motor vehicle._x000D_


HCR2018

Freedom of Vehicle Travel Act

This bill defines “drug-free school zones” and prohibits the possession, use, sale, or transfer of cannabis within these zones and imposes increased penalties for violations occurring within these areas. 

HB2664

Strengthening Drug-Fee School Zones

An emergency measure that extends the deadline for a person to claim a grandfathered right to withdraw or receive and use groundwater in the Douglas active management area_x000D_
(Douglas AMA).

HB2016

Douglas Groundwater Act

Prohibits a person from intentionally misbranding a product that is not derived from livestock or poultry as meat or poultry and allows the Arizona Department of Health Services (DHS) to adopt applicable rules._x000D_


HB2244

Exposing Misbranded Foods

Requires the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) to provide public access to_x000D_
information related to groundwater modeling used to evaluate assured water supply_x000D_
designations.

HB2019

Public Inspection of Groundwater

Requires the Director of Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) to consider any type of water or water sources that are commingled together when determining whether an applicant is issued a certificate or designation of assured water supply.

AZ HB2017

Assuring Water Supply

This bill extends the dedicated sales tax that continues to expand and modernize the regional transportation system.

SB1102

Extension of the Regional Transportation Tax

Requires a public school to provide a reasonable accommodation to a person who is unwilling or unable to use specified facilities designated for their sex in a public school building or multioccupancy sleeping quarters while attending a public school-sponsored activity. Stipulates that if a public school gives a person of the opposite sex permission to use a restroom, changing facility or sleeping quarters, a person has a private cause of action against the public school._x000D_


SB1040

Reasonable Restroom Accommodations for Public School Students

Requires a social media platform (Platform) to publish censorship standards relating to deplatforming users. _x000D_


SB1106

Public Access to Media Censorship Standards

Requires an employer to allow an employee to take an unpaid leave of absence when the employee: a) Serves as an elected member in the Senate or the House of Representatives during a Legislative session; or b) Is required to perform administrative duties as required by the Legislature as an elected member.

HB2545

Unpaid Leave of Absence for Legislators

Mandates a governing board establish a mechanism for each school to receive and investigate complaints filed by students' parents alleging the school, school district or an employee or contractor of the school or school district has violated any of the parent's or student's rights.

SB1410

Mandate Investigation for a Violation of Parents Rights

Resolution to Expel Liz Harris for "Disorderly Conduct"

HR2003

Resolution to Expel Liz Harris

Reduces the Arizona small business income tax rate to 2.5% beginning TY 2023.

SB1260

Reducing Small Business Taxes

Mandates The Arizona Board of Regents adopt rules to exempt a student from the requirement to pay student activity fees if payment would violate the student's conscience or the student: a) is a veteran who recently returned from service; b) was recently married or became a parent and does not participate in student activities; c) objects to the student activity fees on religious or moral grounds; d) demonstrates financial hardship; or e) is on campus only part time. 

SB1145

Student Activity Payment Exemptions

Directs hospitals to comply with federal hospital price transparency regulations. 

SB1603

Comply with Hospital Federal Price Regulations

Modifies the dates in which a school district governing board (governing board) is required to have an organizational meeting._x000D_


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