Key Bills & Issues

Sponsor

Rep. Gail Griffin (R)

Summary

For the purpose of the requiring approval from the Power Plant and Transmission Line Siting Committee, “transmission line” does not include a substation or switchyard to which the line connects.

Comments

Added 1/09 to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 9:16 AM

 

1/17 AEW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/17/2024 at 10:05 AM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 2:59 PM

 

Last Action

03/15/2024 S – Hearing Scheduled – 03/21/2024, 9:00 AM – Senate NREW, SHR 2

Sponsor

Rep. Gail Griffin (R)

Summary

Utilities are authorized to replace a cable or wire on a transmission line and to replace an existing structure without receiving a new certificate of environmental compatibility and without holding a hearing with the Power Plant and Transmission Line Siting Committee if the replacement is within a sit that has previously received a certificate.

Comments

Added 1/09 to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 9:16 AM

 

1/17 AEW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/17/2024 at 10:06 AM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:00 PM

 

Last Action

03/15/2024 S – Hearing Scheduled – 03/21/2024, 9:00 AM – Senate NREW, SHR 2

Sponsor

Rep. Gail Griffin (R)

Summary

Utilities are authorized to submit an application for a certificate of environmental compatibility to the Arizona Corporation Commission in an electronic format. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

Added 1/09 to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 9:17 AM

 

1/17 AEW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/17/2024 at 10:06 AM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:02 PM

 

Last Action

03/12/2024 S – Senate Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Rep. Gail Griffin (R)

Summary

Of the monies remaining in the State Lottery Fund each fiscal year after all existing statutory appropriations and deposits, $50 million is appropriated to the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona.

Comments

Added 1/09 to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 9:19 AM

 

1/17 AEW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/17/2024 at 10:11 AM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:02 PM

 

Last Action

01/30/2024 H – DP   – House Natural Resources, Energy & Water

Sponsor

Rep. David L. Cook (R)

Summary

The statutory life of the Arizona Department of Transportation is extended 8 years to July 1, 2032. Retroactive to July 1, 2024. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/9 added to TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:03 AM

 

1/23 TI recommends support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:14 AM

 

2/2 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:17 PM

 

Last Action

02/29/2024 S – Transmit to Senate

Sponsor

Rep. David L. Cook (R)

Summary

Bans bots from purchasing more tickets than allowed per person, imitating more than one person to purchase more tickets than allowed per person, circumventing the terms of an online ticket sale, or circumventing security to enter an event. Bots are defined as automated software performing repetitive tasks to imitate a person and events are defined as concerts, theatrical performances, sporting events, or similar ticketed events. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/9 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:04 AM

 

1/16 LRR recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 11:35 AM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:06 PM

 

Last Action

03/18/2024 S – DPA   – Senate Finance and Commerce

Sponsor

Rep. Selina Bliss (R)

Summary

The Arizona Department of Health Services is required to operate joint training sessions for supervisors, compliance officers, and investigators, as well as the skilled nursing providers and assisted living providers whom the officers regulate. These sessions will provide updates on the survey process and changes to how compliance is determined. The sessions may be conducted in person or remotely. ADHS can use gifts, grants or donations to pay for the sessions. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/9 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:05 AM

 

1/22 IH recommends support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:49 PM

 

2/2 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:14 PM

 

Last Action

03/05/2024 S – Senate Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Rep. Timothy M. Dunn (R)

Summary

Appropriates $30,000,000 from the general fund in FY2024-25 to the on-farm irrigation efficiency fund.

Comments

1/17 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/17/2024 at 10:08 AM

 

1/17 AEW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/17/2024 at 10:08 AM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:02 PM

 

Last Action

01/16/2024 H – DP   – House Natural Resources, Energy & Water

Sponsor

Rep. Beverly Pingerelli (R)

Summary

The statutory life of the State Board for Charter Schools is extended 8 years to July 1, 2032, retroactive to July 1, 2024. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/9 added to EW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:17 AM

 

1/22 EW recommends support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:38 PM

 

2/2 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:21 PM

 

Last Action

03/12/2024 S – Senate Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Rep. David L. Cook (R)

Summary

Prohibits a reseller, ticket exchange or representative of a ticket exchange from reselling more than one copy of the same ticket for an event, employing another person to wait in line to purchase tickets for resale if the event sponsor prohibits it or the venue has posted a prohibition of the practice, or reselling a ticket without informing a purchaser of the location in the venue. Requires a reseller to have possession or constructive possession of the ticket being sold, or the reseller has a written contract with the rights holder to obtain the ticket. Prohibits reselling a ticket before the ticket has been made publicly available, including via presale, fan club presale or other promotional presale event unless the rights holder previously authorizes the resale. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/10 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 1:36 PM

 

1/16 LRR recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 11:50 AM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:07 PM

 

Last Action

03/18/2024 S – DPA   – Senate Finance and Commerce

Sponsor

Rep. Laurin Hendrix (R)

Summary

Authorizes a city or town to provide for or allow the construction, installation or modification of critical path capital expenditure improvements on qualifying properties via a C-Pace program (defined). Stipulates that this amendment does not authorize a city or town to enter into a financing agreement (defined) for direct financing of a qualifying improvement. Requires the adoption of a resolution or ordinance to establish a commercial property assessed clean energy program and delineates contents of the resolution or ordinance. Authorizes program authorities to enter into special assessment agreements with property owners to secure special assessment financing provided the property owner submits a project application to the program administrate and the application adheres to all program guidebook guidance. Establishes necessary consent, certifications, authorizations, fees, documentation requirements, collection procedures and delinquency and lien processes for a local programming authority to enter into a special assessment agreement. (More)

Comments

1/10 added to BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 1:39 PM

 

2/5 BT recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 11:57 AM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:15 PM

 

Last Action

02/01/2024 H – Removed from Hearing Agenda – 02/07/2024, 2:00 PM – House RA, HHR 5

Sponsor

Rep. Leo Biasiucci (R)

Summary

Requires assigned payment days for minor league baseball players under contract and a collective bargaining agreement. Excludes minor league baseball players under a collective bargaining agreement that provides for the wages and working conditions of contracted employees. Due to voter protection, this legislation requires the affirmative vote of at least 3/4 of the members of each house of the Legislature for passage. and contains an emergency clause.

Comments

1/10 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 1:39 PM

 

1/16 LRR recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 11:51 AM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:08 PM

 

Last Action

03/01/2024 H – Hearing Scheduled – 03/04/2024 – Third Reading, Floor

Sponsor

Rep. Timothy M. Dunn (R)

Summary

Determines that a public service corporation is eligible to transport groundwater away from the Harquahala Irrigation Non-Expansion Area if the cost of the withdrawal and transport are covered by the customers of the corporation where the groundwater is used, the eligible entity has performed a hydrological study, has installed water measuring devices, and the eligible entity has submitted a monthly report to the Arizona Department of Water Resources (DWP) covering the amount of water withdrawn and transported and the destination of the transported groundwater. Enables the State, subdivision of the State and public service corporation regulated by a corporation commission that possesses a Certificate of Conveyance and Necessity for water service in the Initial Active Management Area as eligible entities. Establishes required reports from the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) and the required information in those reports for submission to the Governor and legislature and exempts the ADWR from rulemaking requirements for one year after the legislation’s effective date. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/10 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 2:12 PM

 

2/5 AEW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/7/2024 at 10:17 AM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:13 PM

 

Last Action

03/05/2024 S – Senate 2nd Read

Sponsor

Rep. Timothy M. Dunn (R)

Summary

Permits the transportation of groundwater withdrawn in Harquahala Irrigation Non-Expansion Area to an Initial Active Management Area if the groundwater is withdrawn by a public service corporation and the cost of the withdrawal and transport are covered by the customers of the corporation where the groundwater is used, the eligible entity has performed a hydrological study, has installed water measuring devices, and the eligible entity has submitted a monthly report to the Arizona Department of Water Resources (DWP) covering the amount of water withdrawn and transported and the destination of the transported groundwater. Enables the State, subdivision of the State and public service corporation regulated by a corporation commission that possesses a Certificate of Conveyance and Necessity for water service in the Initial Active Management Area. Directs the DWP to adopt rules to govern withdrawal and transportation and reporting procedures for groundwater withdrawn. Enables Initial Active Management Area entities, the Arizona Water Baking Authority, or any location in La Paz County to withdrawal and transport water from the Harquahala Irrigation Non-Expansion Area. Exempts the DWP from rule making requirements for one year after the effective date and defines required reports by the DWP. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/10 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 2:12 PM

 

2/5 AEW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/7/2024 at 10:17 AM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:13 PM

 

Last Action

03/14/2024 S – DPA   – Senate Natural Resources, Energy and Water

Sponsor

Rep. David Livingston (R)

Summary

Adds a definition for “association” (defined.) Allows a member insurer of a rating organization to file with the Director of the Arizona Department of Insurance a premium credit not in excess of 5% from the rating organization’s standard rate based on a policyholder’s membership in an association. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/10 added to EW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 2:13 PM

 

1/22 EW recommends support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:39 PM

 

2/2 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:21 PM

 

Last Action

03/18/2024 S – DPA/SE   – Senate Finance and Commerce

Sponsor

Rep. David Livingston (R)

Summary

Requires the fraud unit in the department of insurance and financial institutions to prepare and submit a report by March 1 of each year to the Governor and legislature and issue a copy to the Secretary of State covering the last 12 months that details the number of referrals of potential fraud received by the fraud unit, civil and criminal cases filed against suspected perpetrators of fraud, summary of criminal prosecutions related to fraud, and the total amount recovered for victims of fraud. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/10 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 2:13 PM

 

1/22 IH recommends support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:51 PM

 

2/2 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:15 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 S – DP   – Senate Appropriations

Sponsor

Rep. Alexander Kolodin (R)

Summary

Requires that any “eligible entity” (defined) wishing to operate an ambulance service in the state to provide “interfacility transport” (defined) apply to the Department of Health Services (DHS) on a form developed by DHS. Allows an eligible entity to operate an ambulance service directly or through a third party service registered in the state. Requires that all charges billed for services provided adhere to rates or charges approved by DHS and that all “Certificate of Operation” (defined) holders comply with certificate of registration requirements per Arizona state law. Requires the department to issue a Certificate of Operation if the department finds the applicant has the expertise, integrity, fiscal confidence, and resources to provide interfacility transport services, the applicant has paid the appropriate fees, and the applicant files a security bond, within 45 days after receiving an application from an eligible entity. Stipulates that the initial Certificate of Operation issued to an eligible entity is valid for one year and that 90 days before the expiration of a Certificate of Operation, DHS shall renew the Certificate of Operation for a term of three years if the holder meets all requirements. Prohibits DHS from issuing a Certificate of Operation unless the applying entity has filed with the department a certificate of insurance or other evidence of financial responsibility equivalent to that which is required for a “Certificate of Necessity” (defined) and requires the liability insurance to bind the insurer to pay compensation for injuries to persons and for loss or damage to property resulting from the negligent operation of the transport service. Directs DHS to revoke a Certificate of Operation of any entity that fails to comply with the insurance requirements, and requires an entity that changes its name to inform DHS at least 30 days before the official name change and requires DHS to issue an amended Certificate of Operation that incorporates the name change but retains the existing expiration date.

Comments

1/10 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 2:19 PM

 

1/22 IH recommends support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:51 PM

 

2/2 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:15 PM

 

Last Action

02/14/2024 H – FAILED   – House Regulatory Affairs

Sponsor

Rep. Leo Biasiucci (R)

Summary

Requires by January 1, 2025, municipalities with 100,000 or more persons to allow “multifamily residential development” (defined) or “Adaptive Reuse” (defined) development of any commercial, office or mixed use building without requiring a conditional use permit, planning unit development, rezoning application or other discretionary municipal review. Stipulates that a development that is developed per this legislation is subject to site plan review and approval, which must include approval by an applicable utility provider that is impacted by the proposed development. Requires eligible buildings to have access to public sewer and water service and to comply with all building and fire codes and that the “maximum residential density” (defined) is the maximum allowed under the zoning ordinance. Permits existing building setback requirements and prohibits enforcement of any regulation that exceeds existing zoning ordinance setback requirements for multifamily residential development or adaptive reuse and stipulates that if the existing zoning ordinance is less than what is allowed for multifamily residential development or adaptive use, the property is to be considered “nonconforming” (defined) unless existing easements are within the setback areas. Permits the height of the structure to remain even if it violates existing height restrictions and includes “rooftop construction” in this exemption. Requires at least 10% of the development be set aside for “moderate income housing” (defined) or “low income housing” (defined) and exempts the property from of any regulation that exceeds existing parking space requirements beyond standard requirements for multifamily residential development. Exempts land designated as a district of historical significance, in the immediate vicinity of a municipal, Federal Aviation Administration commercially licensed, general aviation or military airport or ancillary military facility. Permits a municipality to designated commercial hubs and other areas defined by law from multifamily residential development or adaptive reuse redevelopment. Requires both types of housing be allowed in at least 10% of existing commercial, office or mixed use buildings if those building meet certain criteria. (More) AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/31 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 10:35 AM

 

2/5 LRR recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 4:50 PM

 

2/16 PA approved support and will continue to monitor if need to change position

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:19 PM

 

Last Action

03/18/2024 S – DPA/SE   – Senate Finance and Commerce

Sponsor

Rep. David Marshall, Sr. (R)

Summary

Establishes that the mission of the Community College Adult Education Workforce Development Program will be to provide adult learners with integrated education and training pursuant to the US federal government’s Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, or its successor and encompasses academic instruction aligned with adult education and literacy activities, including instruction that leads to the issuance of a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma and is a Community College Certificate. Enables a program school to receive funds for each adult learner if the adult learner enrolls in a Community College Adult Education Program, participates in integrated education and training as defined by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, or its successor, or pursues academic skills development related to adult education and literacy activities as defined in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, or its successor. Requires any program receiving funds to use those monies to enhance or expand existing adult education programs and services.

Comments

1/11 added to EW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/11/2024 at 1:52 PM

 

1/22 EW recommends support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:40 PM

 

2/2 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:22 PM

 

Last Action

01/22/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Rep. Neal Carter (R)

Summary

For the purpose of Title 42 (Taxation), the definition of “Internal Revenue Code” is updated to mean the U.S. Internal Revenue Code in effect as of January 1, 2024. For the purpose of Title 43 (Taxation of Income), the definition of “Internal Revenue Code” for tax year 2024 means the U.S. Internal Revenue Code in effect on January 1, 2024.

Comments

1/11 added to BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/11/2024 at 1:53 PM

 

1/16 BT recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 1:03 PM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:05 PM

 

Last Action

03/18/2024 G – Signed

Sponsor

Rep. Neal Carter (R)

Summary

Permits the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADR) to deny a request by a city or town to audit a  taxpayer if that taxpayer is engaged in business in more than one city or town. Stipulates that any intergovernmental contract or agreement to provide a uniform method of administration, collection, audit and licensing of transaction privilege and affiliated excise taxes must include the criteria under which the ADR can deny an audit. Prohibits a city or town from auditing a taxpayer that is engaged in business in more than one city or town if the ADR denies an audit request either has made. Requires the ADR to establish and publish uniform audit guidelines. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/11 added to BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/11/2024 at 1:53 PM

 

1/16 BT recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 1:03 PM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:05 PM

 

Last Action

03/18/2024 S – DP – Senate Committee of the Whole

Sponsor

Rep. David Livingston (R)

Summary

The statutory life of the Arizona Commerce Authority is extended four years to January 1, 2028. Retroactive to July 1, 2024. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/11 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/11/2024 at 1:55 PM

 

1/16 LRR recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 11:56 AM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:08 PM

 

Last Action

03/04/2024 S – Hearing Scheduled – 03/04/2024 – Second Reading, Floor

Sponsor

Rep. Timothy M. Dunn (R)

Summary

Establishes the Business Services Sustainability fund and directs the Secretary of State to deposit in the fund $5 of the fee for the registration or renewal of a trademark and $5 of the fee for the registration or renewal of a trade name. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/11 added to BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/11/2024 at 1:55 PM

 

1/16 BT recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 1:04 PM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:05 PM

 

Last Action

03/04/2024 S – Hearing Scheduled – 03/04/2024 – Second Reading, Floor

Sponsor

Rep. Ben Toma (R)

Summary

Requires that a person convicted of a third or subsequent violation related to retail theft be sentenced as a Category Two Repetitive Offender. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/11 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/11/2024 at 1:55 PM

 

1/16 LRR recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 11:57 AM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:08 PM

 

Last Action

03/15/2024 S – Hearing Scheduled – 03/21/2024, 9:00 AM – Senate JUD, SHR 1

Sponsor

Rep. David L. Cook (R)

Summary

Removes the Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and Blind from exemption from participating in the state motor vehicle fleet. Prohibits action against a person’s driving privileges or registration if a judicial officer reports a conviction or finding of responsibility more than five years after the action. Stipulates that a driver’s license is valid for up to five years if issued to someone 60 or older. Requires the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADT) check the Federal Motor Vehicle Carrier Safety Administration’s Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse for all commercial applicants. If the Clearinghouse indicates a prohibition from having a commercial license, the applicant’s application for a commercial license or learner’s permit shall be denied and their status as a commercial driver or applicant downgraded; the downgrade is effective within 60 days after the department received notification of the driver’s prohibited status. If the Clearinghouse indicates an error was made and the applicant has no restrictions or prohibitions, their application should be immediately restored and their downgraded status removed and if the initial status has no prohibitions or restrictions, the application should be granted. A person wanting to dispute the revocation of a license or registration may do so by written request. ADT is required to publish a schedule of public hearings on highway projects and allow public input. ADT is no longer required to send notice by certified mail ordering the licensee’s appearance in the office to show cause why the license should not be revoked. At the time of applications and before registration each year, the registering officer no longer must provide the amount of the vehicle license tax the taxpayer would pay if the taxpayer’s motor vehicle was powered by alternative fuel. AS PASSED HOUSE

Comments

1/12 added to TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/12/2024 at 2:26 PM

 

1/23 TI recommends support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:14 AM

 

2/2 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:18 PM

 

Last Action

03/18/2024 S – DPA   – Senate Transportation, Technology and Missing Children

Sponsor

Rep. Steve Montenegro (R)

Summary

Adds a Pharmacy Technician Trainee to the list of those that require 1,000 hours of experience in order to prepare, compound or dispense prescription medications.

Comments

1/12 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/12/2024 at 2:29 PM

 

1/22 IH recommends support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:53 PM

 

2/2 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:16 PM

 

Last Action

01/23/2024 H – Removed from Hearing Agenda – 01/29/2024, 2:00 PM – House HHS, HHR 4

Sponsor

Rep. Selina Bliss (R)

Summary

Includes interfering with, or otherwise preventing the performance of a normal function of any utility infrastructure or property or the intended course of path of any utility service as a qualification for intentional or reckless aggravated criminal damage. Includes adding the cost of the loss of the utility service in determining the amount of damage to property as a result of aggravated criminal damage.

Comments

1/12 added to TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/12/2024 at 2:47 PM

 

1/23 TI recommends support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:15 AM

 

2/2 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:18 PM

 

Last Action

02/14/2024 H – FAILED   – House Judiciary

Sponsor

Rep. Matt Gress (R)

Summary

Requires that before January 1, 2025, a municipality adopt an amendment to the municipality’s zoning ordinance with listed requirements. Outlines methods of extending deadlines. Stipulates that this process does not apply to land designated as a district of historical significance. Requires a municipality to publish a needs assessment starting January 1, 2025 and every five years thereafter and defines the data that must be included in the assessment. Requires a municipality to submit annual reports of proposed residential housing units and new housing units that have been approved, and outlines additional data that must be included. Requires a municipality that has conducted a housing needs assessment as of January 1, 2021 update existing reports to reflect information required in this bill, excepting projections required by this bill. Stipulates that the reporting requirements do not apply to tribal land or a municipality with less than 30,000 people. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/31 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 10:36 AM

 

2/5 LRR recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 4:51 PM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:20 PM

 

Last Action

03/11/2024 S – Hearing Scheduled – 03/11/2024 – Second Reading, Floor

Sponsor

Rep. Rachel Jones (R)

Summary

Exempts any vehicle manufactured in or after the 2018 model year from annual emissions program requirements.

Comments

1/12 added to AEW and TI

1/23 TI recommends support

Sponsor

Rep. Michael Carbone (R)

Summary

Changes “alteration” to mean a structural change that causes a physical change to a building but does not increase the square footage of the structure under the roof and excludes a secondary structure on the same property if the contract is not more than 15% of the most recent full cash valuation by assessors. Alters “modification” to include other activities or actions or actions that increase the square footage of the principal structure in question. Modifies “residential” to mean a property not properly classified as Class 2 property that is used for residential purposes, class 3 or 4 property as defined by law. The effective date is January 1, 2025, and applies to contracts, bids and other bidding obligations entered, submitted or issued from that date on.

Comments

1/12 added to BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/12/2024 at 2:51 PM

 

1/16 BT recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 1:05 PM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:06 PM

 

Last Action

02/08/2024 H – Removed from Hearing Agenda – 02/14/2024, 9:00 AM – House WM, HHR 1

Sponsor

Rep. David Livingston (R)

Summary

An automobile insurer that has overpaid its semiannual Automobile Theft Authority (Authority) fee is entitled to a refund of the overpaid. Requires the insurer to submit a request for a refund to the Authority within one year and include documentation or information substantiating the overpaid amount. Requires any refund to the insurer to be paid from the Authority fund. Allows the Authority to audit an insurer at the insurer’s expense. AS PASSED BY HOUSE.

Comments

1/22 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:57 PM

 

1/22 IH recommends support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:57 PM

 

2/2 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:16 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 S – Senate Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Rep. Ben Toma (R)

Summary

Changes the applicability of the law allowing a record to be sealed from specific crimes, such as a misdemeanor violation, to “any eligible” convictions. Allows a person with sealed case records who commits a subsequent felony to petition the court to seal their arrest, conviction and sentence related to the subsequent offense after the legally prescribed period of time for the felony has expired and an additional five years have passed. Removes the prohibition on requesting sealed records until after the assigned period has passed. Adds a Class 2 or 3 felony, and an arrest under the organized retail theft provisions, to the list of instances where a person cannot attest to never having been arrested or convicted. Removes the specific crimes of theft, theft of means of transportation, forgery, identity theft or other cases of fraud to the list of crimes that prohibit one from claiming no arrest or convictions and references the applicable crimes that apply under the criminal code and under the telecommunication fraud provisions of state law. Adds that a person convicted of a dangerous offense per the state criminal code is not eligible to have a record of the conviction sealed. Requires the Board of Fingerprinting to consider sealed records as a mitigating circumstance to determine a good cause exception under state law. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:09 PM

 

1/18 added to PA

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:18 PM

 

Last Action

02/22/2024 S – Senate 2nd Read

Sponsor

Rep. Travis Grantham (R)

Summary

Prohibits a “litigation financer” from directing or making decisions regarding the course of any “action” (defined) that is subject to a “litigation financing agreement” (defined), or any settlement or disposition, including decisions concerning appointing or replacing counsel, whether to utilize expert witnesses, and litigation strategy. Prohibits a litigation financer from receiving, directly or indirectly, a larger share of the proceeds of an action than the named parties to the action that is subject to a litigation financing agreement. Requires the court to consider the existence of litigation financing and any conflicts of interest in a class action litigation when determining if a class representative or counsel would adequately and fairly represent the interest of the class, and when approving or appointing counsel to “leadership positions” (defined). Prohibits a litigation financer to pay or offer to pay a commission, referral fee or other consideration to any person, including legal counsel, a law firm or “licensed health care provider” (defined) for referring a litigant to the financer, assign, including securitizing, a litigation financing agreement in whole or part, and be assigned rights to an action that is subject to a litigation financing agreement to which the financer is a party. Requires the party to the action or the counsel of record to provide various parties to the case a copy of the litigation, any connections between the financer and the parties to the action or the courts and the US Department of State and Office of the Attorney General of any ties between the parties of the action and the litigation financer to foreign entities as well as any points of national security interests that are disclosed as a process of the action. Requires the litigation financer to indemnify various parties involved in the action. Stipulates that any financing agreement that violates this law is void and that the action applies to any civil action, administrative proceeding, claim, or cause of action that is pending or commenced upon the effective date of this law. The effective date is January 1, 2025. (More)

Comments

1/18 added to PA

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/18/2024 at 11:17 AM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:10 PM

 

Last Action

03/01/2024 H – Hearing Scheduled – 03/04/2024 – Third Reading, Floor

Sponsor

Rep. Austin Smith (R)

Summary

Permits a person with a grandfathered right to legally irrigate land in an Active Management Area to permanently retire the land from irrigation in anticipation of a future non-irrigation status and retain a physical availability credit and outlines where and how that credit may be used per state law. Defines the calculation that must be used to determine the amount of groundwater that may be withdrawn or received. Defines the process of determining whether to issue a Certificate of Assured Water Supply to designate or redesignate a municipal provider as having an assured water supply, and the criteria the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) may use to make such a determination. Delineates the parts of the ARS that govern administrative proceedings, re-hearings, reviews and judicial reviews of final decisions per the ADWR. Removes the date deadline for the rules providing for a reduction in water demand for an application for a designation of assured water supply or a certificate for the same. Requires the ADWR to find that for an assured water supply designation, the amount of groundwater calculated is physically present and that the projected use of groundwater determined to be available is consistent with any applicable management goals set forth in the ADWR rules or state law. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/22 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 8:13 AM

 

2/5 AEW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/7/2024 at 10:19 AM

 

2/16 discussed in PA, did not move forward with recommendation, will continue to monitor

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:27 PM

 

Last Action

03/15/2024 S – Hearing Scheduled – 03/21/2024, 9:00 AM – Senate NREW, SHR 2

Sponsor

Rep. David Livingston (R)

Summary

This provision states that in a case where personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death is caused solely by a vehicle used for transportation network services while the driver is logged onto the digital network or software application, the transportation network company (Company) will not be held liable for owning, operating, or maintaining the Network if there was no negligence or criminal wrongdoing on the part of the Company, the Company fulfilled its obligations to the driver, and the Company is not the owner or custodian of the vehicle.

Comments

2/2 added to TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 9:37 AM

 

2/13 TI recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/13/2024 at 9:27 AM

 

2/16 PA approved  support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:30 PM

 

Last Action

03/18/2024 H – PASSED – House Miscellaneous Motion

Sponsor

Rep. Travis Grantham (R)

Summary

Lowers the required minimum coverage for primary commercial uninsured motorist insurance from $250,000 per incident to $25,000 per person and $50,000 per incident.

Comments

2/2 added to TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 9:39 AM

 

2/13 TI recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/13/2024 at 9:27 AM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:30 PM

 

Last Action

03/18/2024 S – Transmit to Senate

Sponsor

Rep. David Marshall, Sr. (R)

Summary

Revises requirements to qualify for state tax incentives to economic enterprises that promote forest health in Arizona. Removes reporting requirements. Alters the definitions of “forest health,” “harvesting,” and “qualifying forest products.” Defines “qualifying equipment” to mean equipment used directly for harvesting or processing qualifying forest products removed from a qualifying project, including a long list of equipment but excluding self-propelled vehicles required to be licensed by the state. Extends all deadlines to 2034 (from 2024). Retroactive to December 31, 2023.

Comments

2/2 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 9:40 AM

 

2/5 AEW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/7/2024 at 10:19 AM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:14 PM

 

Last Action

02/06/2024 H – Hearing Scheduled – 02/06/2024 – Second Reading, Floor

Sponsor

Rep. Matt Gress (R)

Summary

The Legislature authorizes the expenditure of local revenues by school districts in excess of the expenditure limitation prescribed in the state Constitution in FY2024-25. This authorization is effective only on the approval of this resolution by at least 2/3 of the members of each house of the Legislature by roll call vote.

Comments

1/10 added to EW and BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 2:20 PM

 

1/16 BT recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 1:06 PM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:06 PM

 

Last Action

02/08/2024 H – Referred to Committee – Appropriations – House Appropriations

Sponsor

Rep. Matt Gress (R)

Summary

The 2024 general election ballot is to carry the question of whether to amend the Arizona Constitution to constitutionally continue the Permanent State School Fund (Fund) annual distribution rate of 6.9% through FY2035 and revert all other permanent fund annual distribution rates to 2.5% beginning in FY2026, effective only if voters approve the statutory measure that establishes a statewide program to increase the base salary of all eligible teachers above the FY2025 base salary. Increases, for FY2026-35, the Fund’s annual distribution rate to 6.9% (from 2.5%) of the average monthly market valuation of the Fund for the previous five calendar years.  Requires, for FY2026-35, any increase in expendable earnings that would otherwise go to the Classroom Site Fund that results from a distribution of more than 2.5% of the average monthly market valuation of the Fund for the immediately preceding five calendar years to be appropriated for the statewide program to increase the base salary of all eligible teachers. Reverts, beginning in FY 2036, the Fund’s annual distribution to 2.5% of the average monthly market valuation of the Fund for the previous five calendar years.  Applies the requirement for the Office of Strategic Planning and Budgeting (OSPB) and the Joint Legislative Budget Committee (JLBC) to jointly notify outlined individuals that a reduction to the distribution is necessary to preserve the safety of the capital in a permanent fund if the value of the permanent fund for the immediately preceding five calendar years has decreased compared to the value of a permanent fund for the five-calendar-year period immediately preceding those five years; and the authorization for the Legislature, with approval of the Governor, to enact legislation that reduces the distribution for the next fiscal year to between 2.5% and 6.9% of the value of the Fund upon receipt of OSPB’s and JLBC’s notification, to the Fund’s annual distributions in FY2026-35. Specifies that, beginning in FY 2026, the annual distribution of each permanent fund other than the Fund reverts to 2.5% of the average monthly market valuation of the permanent fund. Becomes effective if approved by the voters and on proclamation of the Governor.

Comments

2/2 added to EW and BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 9:47 AM

 

2/5 BT recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 11:59 AM

 

2/12 EW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/13/2024 at 8:35 AM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:16 PM

 

Last Action

02/21/2024 H – RET ON CAL – House Committee of the Whole

Sponsor

Rep. Austin Smith (R)

Summary

The 2024 general election ballot is to carry the question of whether to amend the Arizona Constitution to approve an increased distribution rate from the state land trust permanent funds. Requires, if the amendment is approved, revised salary schedules to increase the base salary of all eligible teachers that is the amount estimated by the Arizona State Treasurer that will be deposited in the Teacher Pay Fund (Teacher Fund) for the budget year, and the same amount for each “eligible teacher” (defined) without regard to experience levels. Prohibits a school from reducing the base salaries of an eligible teacher below the salary reported by the Arizona Department of Education (ADOE) FY2024-25 with certain exceptions. Establishes the Teacher Fund consisting of legislative appropriations and distributions from the permanent State School Fund. Provides that monies in the Teacher Fund are continuously appropriated and are exempt from lapsing. Requires ADOE to administer the fund and establish procedures. Establishes guidelines for allocation of monies. Prohibits Teacher Fund monies from causing any reduction in other funding sources for the school. Exempts Teacher Fund monies from revenue control limits. Requires ADOE to allocate monies appropriated by the legislature to the Teacher Fund according to the terms of the appropriation for salary increases not required by this statute. Requires the Arizona State Treasurer, by March 30 of each year, to provide the Joint Legislative Budget Committee with an estimate of the amount that will be deposited in the Teacher Fund for the budget year. Requires the Joint Legislative Budget Committee, by March 30 of each year, to determine a per teacher amount from the Teacher Fund for the budget year based on listed considerations. Requires each school that receives monies to submit a yearly report by November 15 to the Superintendent of Public Instruction. Requires ADOE in conjunction with the Arizona Auditor General (AAG) to prescribe the format of the report. Requires ADOE, on report from AAG, to determine whether schools are in compliance. If ADOE determines that a school is not in compliance or has not corrected a deficiency within 90 days, the school is ineligible to receive monies from the Teacher Fund until the AAG reports that the school is in compliance. Requires a charter school budget to include the number of eligible teachers employed by the school for the current year and their salary schedule.

Comments

2/2 added to EW and BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 9:47 AM

 

2/5 BT recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 11:59 AM

 

2/12 EW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/13/2024 at 8:36 AM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:17 PM

 

Last Action

02/21/2024 H – RET ON CAL – House Committee of the Whole

Sponsor

Sen. Ken Bennett (R)

Summary

The statutory life of the State Board for Private Postsecondary Education is extended 8 years to July 1, 2032. Retroactive to July 1, 2024. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/9 added to EW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:23 AM

 

1/22 EW recommends support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:41 PM

 

2/2 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:22 PM

 

Last Action

02/27/2024 H – DP   – House Education

Sponsor

Sen. Frank Carroll (R)

Summary

Establishes a joint legislative committee to study metal theft and review the effectiveness of the laws pertaining to scrap metal dealers in deterring crime and the industry costs associated with those laws. The committee is required to submit a report of its findings to the Legislature by December 1, 2024 and self-repeals December 31, 2024. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

3/18 PA supports based on amendment language

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 3/18/2024 at 2:46 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 H – DPA/SE   – House Commerce

Sponsor

Sen. Frank Carroll (R)

Summary

Modifies existing language concerning commence dates for rules governing transportation-related construction projects to December 31, 2030. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/10 added to TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 2:21 PM

 

1/23 TI recommends support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:17 AM

 

2/2 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:20 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 H – Hearing Scheduled – 03/19/2024 – Minority Caucus, Floor

Sponsor

Sen. J.D. Mesnard (R)

Summary

For the purpose of Title 42 (Taxation) for the purposes of computing income tax for taxable years staring January 1, 2024, the “Internal Revenue Code” means the US Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, including 2023 provisions with specific adoption of retroactive effective dates, but including no changes after January 1, 2024 and provisions that are retroactively effective during 2023.

Comments

1/10 added to BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 2:21 PM

 

1/16 BT recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 1:07 PM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:05 PM

 

Last Action

02/28/2024 S – DP – Senate Committee of the Whole

Sponsor

Sen. Sine Kerr (R)

Summary

Requires the secretary of an irrigation district to function as the clerk for purposes of service of process and that the Board of Directors hold regular public meetings in a location announced on the meeting notice if the meeting is not held in the District Office. Permits bylaws, rules, regulations, or resolutions to be posted on a District website in compliance with public notice laws. Permits the Board to borrow money through a loan pursuant to state law and to establish a revolving line of credit with a bank or other financial institution with a cap of not more than 25% of the immediately preceding fiscal year’s actual expenditures to be used for operating or capital purposes. Permits any money owed through loans or a line of credit to be repaid with any lawfully available or budgeted monies at the discretion of the Board.

Comments

1/12 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/12/2024 at 2:52 PM

 

1/17 AEW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/17/2024 at 10:11 AM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:04 PM

 

Last Action

02/19/2024 S – Senate Consent Calendar – Object: No

Sponsor

Sen. Sonny Borrelli (R)

Summary

Requires assigned payment days for minor league baseball players under contract and a collective bargaining agreement. Excludes minor league baseball players under a collective bargaining agreement that provides for the wages and working conditions of contracted employees. Due to voter protection, this legislation requires the affirmative vote of at least 3/4 of the members of each house of the Legislature for passage. and contains an emergency clause.

Comments

1/18 added to PA

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/18/2024 at 11:20 AM

 

1/19 PA approves support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:08 PM

 

Last Action

03/04/2024 S – Hearing Scheduled – 03/05/2024 – Third Reading, Floor

Sponsor

Sen. Ken Bennett (R)

Summary

Exempts a Continuing High School and Workforce Training Program (Program) school from meeting public school requirements relating to the English language proficiency assessment, residency records, school records, the annual achievement profile letter grade assignment and the withdrawal form for adult learners. Requires a Program school to administer an English language proficiency assessment that is accepted by an Arizona university or community college; confirm each adult learner’s withdrawal from another school and require adult learners to provide age and residency documentation. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/18 added to EW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/18/2024 at 11:21 AM

 

1/22 EW recommends support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:42 PM

 

2/2 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:23 PM

 

Last Action

03/12/2024 H – House Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. Janae Shamp (R)

Summary

Requires the Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA) to post the annual budget report for the Telecommunications Fund on the ADOA website. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

2/16 PA approved support for HB 2518. The S/E for SB 1162 makes SB 1162 similar to HB 2518. With the S/E, SB 1162 provides timelines for municipalities to determine whether an application is complete, and a timeline for them to approve or deny the application and requires the municipality to conduct housing needs assessments/reports.

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 3/18/2024 at 2:45 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 H – DPA/SE   – House Commerce

Sponsor

Sen. Thomas “T.J.” Shope (R)

Summary

Permits a person with a grandfathered right to irrigate land in an Active Management Area to permanently retire the land from irrigation in anticipation of a future non-irrigation status and retain a physical availability credit. Permits a physical availability credit to be used to withdraw or receive the amount of water calculated for a non-irrigation use under listed conditions. Defines the calculation to determine the amount of groundwater that may be withdrawn or received. Requires the physical availability credit to be used in the original irrigation acreage unless the amount needed is less than the credit. Defines the process and criteria for determining whether to issue a Certificate of Assured Water Supply. Delineates the parts of the Arizona Revised Statutes that govern the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR). Removes the deadline regarding rules providing for a reduction in water demand for a designation of assured water supply. Requires ADWR, when making an assured water supply designation, to find that the amount of groundwater calculated is physically present and that the projected use of groundwater determined to be available is consistent with applicable management goals. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/22 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 8:14 AM

 

2/5 AEW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/7/2024 at 10:19 AM

 

2/16 discussed in PA, did not move forward with recommendation, will continue to monitor

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:28 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 H – DPA   – House Natural Resources, Energy & Water

Sponsor

Sen. Warren Petersen (R)

Summary

Stipulates that excepting to maintain compliance with this legislation, a parcel of member land that is included in the service area of a municipal provider and that has been designated as having an assured water supply pursuant to Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) rules, has no further parcel replenishment obligation. Allows, upon the effective date of this legislation, a municipal provider that submits an application for a new designation of assured water supply in the Phoenix Management Area that relies on a member service area agreement, to elect for all parcels of member land to retain a replenishment obligation. For parcels that retain the obligation, the district is required to replenish groundwater in an amount equal to the obligation applicable to that parcel of land. Outlines notification requirements for a municipal provider seeking to become designated as having an assured water supply regarding whether it assumes replenishment obligations under the designation and member service area agreement. Stipulates that that adding member lands to the service area after the designation is not automatically authorized under state law. Sets the replenishment  and assumption requirements for a municipal provider that opts to allows parcels to regain replenishment obligations. Outlines how groundwater allowances or extinguishment credits in compliance may be used, required reports as well as penalties for required reporting noncompliance, how processes for annual replenishment assessments for land under a member service agreement work and public media notification requirements for a municipal provider that elects to have parcels retain replenishment obligations. Requires ADWR to develop or amend rules for extinguishment credits and groundwater associated with member lands in a designation of assured water supply. (More) AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/22 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 8:12 AM

 

2/5 AEW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/7/2024 at 10:20 AM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:14 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 H – House Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. David C. Farnsworth (R)

Summary

Prohibits the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) from building or maintaining facilities that charge motor vehicles other than government-owned motor vehicles charged on government property.  Prohibits ADOT from using public monies for training, orientation or therapy that presents any form of blame or judgment based upon race, ethnicity or sex.  Prohibits ADOT from using public monies to develop a carbon reduction plan or a plan or strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, except that it may develop a plan if necessary to accept federal monies. ADOT may not implement any strategies identified in the plan without express legislative authorization. The statutory life of ADOT is extended. Stipulates that ADOT’s termination date is contingent on its implementation of the recommendations of the Arizona Auditor General (AAG) in the audit report issued August 2023 and the sunset review report issued in September 2023 as part of ADOT’s sunset review. Stipulates that ADOT terminates on July 1, 2029, if it has implemented less than 80% of the recommendations, July 1, 2030, if it has implemented 80-89% of the recommendations,  July 1, 2031, if it has implemented 90-99% of the recommendations, or July 1, 2032 if it has implemented 100% of the recommendations. Requires AAG to write a follow-up report 18 months after the sunset review report stating the percentage implemented by ADOT. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/23 added to TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:18 AM

 

1/23 TI recommends support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:18 AM

 

2/2 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:20 PM

 

Last Action

03/14/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Sen. John Kavanagh (R)

Summary

Designates that purchasing, soliciting, advertising, possessing or selling 10 or more used catalytic converters is a Class 6 felony. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/24 added to TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/24/2024 at 3:38 PM

 

2/15 TI recommends support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/15/2024 at 9:48 AM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:31 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 H – Hearing Scheduled – 03/20/2024 – Third Reading, Floor

Sponsor

Sen. Wendy Rogers (R)

Summary

Requires the State Treasurer, on notice from the Department of Revenue, to withhold from a city or town an amount equal to one-twelfth of the total amount of tax credits claimed per state law for the prior tax year by taxpayers up to $5,000,000 and to deposit the amount withheld into the state general fund. Prohibits the State Treasurer from withholding any amount the city or town certifies is needed to maintain debt service or payment obligations that were issued or incurred by a Pledge of Distribution pursuant to this legislation. Permits, for the taxable year beginning January 1, 2025, a credit against the taxes imposed by this legislation for a portion of the taxpayer’s increased hourly labor costs that result from paying a “local minimum wage” (defined) that is more than the “state minimum wage” (defined). Sets the requirements to qualify for a credit and permits a credit carryover up to five consecutive taxable years against those years’ tax liability. Defines the criteria that allows co-owners of a business, including partners and shareholders to claim a share of the credit. Requires the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADR) to notify the State Treasurer of the towns or cities in which a taxpayer that claimed a credit works and the total amount to withhold from the Urban Revenue Sharing Distribution per state law over the course of the fiscal year to reimburse the state for the amount of tax credits claimed per this legislation. Defines the credit against a portion of increased labor costs per this legislation, the criteria for it to apply to a business as well as the requirements to claim it, the calculations to use to derive the credit total, the notification procedures required of the State Treasurer in regards to alerting towns and cities of what to withhold from the Urban Revenue Sharing Distribution per state law. (More) AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/24 added to BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/24/2024 at 3:42 PM

 

2/5 BT recommends support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 12:00 PM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:18 PM

 

Last Action

03/14/2024 H – Hearing Scheduled – 03/20/2024, 10:00 AM – House WM, HHR 1

Sponsor

Sen. Sine Kerr (R)

Summary

Appropriates $40,000,000 from monies allocated to Arizona from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 in FY2024-25 to the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) to fund water conservation measures in a basin management area established pursuant to statute (Basin Area).  Requires ADWR to use monies appropriated in the statewide water resources planning line item only to fund water conservation measures in a Basin Area. Allows a water user in a Basin Area to apply for a grant. Requires ADWR to award monies equitably. Exempt from lapsing. Allows the designation of a Basin Area to be initiated by petition. Requires ADWR to transmit the petition to the county board of supervisors (Board). Requires a unanimous, affirmative vote of all members of the Board for approval. Requires public meetings as specified. Requires ADWR to grant certificates within 15 months. Prohibits ADWR from requiring a user to meter any wells in the Basin Area or to report usage beyond statutory requirements. Lists requirement for annual reporting of usage and specifies the information is not public record. Provides for a certificate of water conservation. Lists rights of certificate holders and responsibilities of ADWR. Prohibits the designation of a Basin Area as an active management area or irrigation non-expansion area. Allows the designation of an Active Basin Management Area (Active Area) and the creation of an Active Basin Management Council (Council) and provides rules, procedures, responsibilities and goals. Prohibits the designation of an active area from infringing on a water user’s certificated water rights with listed exceptions. Requires annual review by ADWR. Revises criteria for designation of a basin management area so that each index well must show an accelerated decline of five (previously ten) feet or more annually. Allows ADWR to refer listed areas for designation as a basin management area. Specifies that if ADWR makes the referral, it is not subject to petition requirements but is subject to meeting and vote procedures. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/24 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/24/2024 at 3:44 PM

 

2/5 AEW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/7/2024 at 10:21 AM

 

2/16 discussed in PA, did not move forward with recommendation, will continue to monitor

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:28 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 H – DPA   – House Natural Resources, Energy & Water

Sponsor

Sen. J.D. Mesnard (R)

Summary

Lowers the required minimum coverage for primary commercial uninsured motorist insurance from $250,000 per incident to $25,000 per person and $50,000 per incident.

Comments

1/24 added to IH and TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/24/2024 at 3:54 PM

 

2/13 TI recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/13/2024 at 9:28 AM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:30 PM

 

Last Action

02/28/2024 S – RETAINED – Senate Committee of the Whole

Sponsor

Sen. Janae Shamp (R)

Summary

Establishes the Interstate Commission of “Advanced Practice Registered Nurses” (defined) (APRN) Compact (Compact), a joint public agency for greater coordination and cooperation among states in the areas of APRN licensure and regulation. Lists the general purposes of the Compact. Lists requirements for member states regarding multi-state licensing. Describes authorities of a party state licensing board. Requires all party states to participate in a coordinated licensure information system of all APRNS, licensed register nurses and licensed practical or vocational nurses, and lists required information. Establishes the Interstate Commission of APRN Compact Administrators (Commission). Specifies rules for membership, voting, meetings, bylaws, and financial records. Lists the powers of the Commission. Requires the Commission, in consultation with the administrator of the coordinated licensure information system, to formulate procedures for the identification, collection and exchange of information under this compact. Specifies reporting requirements and nondisclosure of personal information. Specifies the Commission’s financial obligations and powers. Provides qualified immunity, defenses and indemnification to administrators, officers, executive director, employees and representatives of the Commission. Requires rulemaking and specifies procedures for regular and emergency rulemaking. Lists rules for oversight, dispute resolution and enforcement. Provides that this Compact comes into limited effect when it has been enacted into law in seven party states for the sole purpose of establishing and convening the commission to adopt rules relating to its operation. This law does not supersede any state law related to APRN scope of practice. Severability clause.

Comments

1/24 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/24/2024 at 3:59 PM

 

2/12 IH recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/12/2024 at 10:54 AM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:30 PM

 

Last Action

03/18/2024 H – DP   – House Health & Human Services

Sponsor

Sen. Sine Kerr (R)

Summary

The statutory life of the Arizona Power Authority is extended eight years to July 1, 2032 if the authority has no outstanding contractual obligations with the United States or any United States agency; has no debts or obligations that were issued to finance the cost of the Hoover power plant modifications project, the hoover power plant uprating project or other facilities related to the boulder canyon project; has otherwise provided for paying or retiring these debts or obligations. if any contractual debt or obligation listed in this section exists, and a satisfactory provision has not been made to pay or retire the debt or obligation, the authority shall continue in existence until the debt or obligation is fully satisfied. Retroactive to July 1, 2024. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/26 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/26/2024 at 2:45 PM

 

2/5 AEW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/7/2024 at 10:21 AM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:15 PM

 

Last Action

03/05/2024 H – DP   – House Natural Resources, Energy & Water

Sponsor

Sen. David Gowan (R)

Summary

Adds to the list of programs eligible for tuition scholarships for spouses of military veterans degree-granting private post-secondary educational institution programs approved by the Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services. Specifies the amount of the scholarship for a private post-secondary educational institution shall not be more than the average in-state tuition and fees charged by universities under the jurisdiction of the Arizona Board of Regents and shall be reduced by any federal aid scholarships or public grants and any other financial gifts, grants or aid received by that student. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

3/12 added to Public Affairs

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 3/12/2024 at 11:43 AM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 H – House Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. David Gowan (R)

Summary

Requires the Arizona Attorney General to create the Organized Retail Theft Task Force to investigate and combat crimes related to stealing, embezzling, or obtaining retail merchandise by fraud, false pretenses or other illegal means for the purpose of reselling those items. Defines membership criteria and the functional duties of the task force. Mandates the Arizona Attorney General to invite federal, state and local law enforcement to participate in the task force, per the defined task force membership requirements. Requires that, the Arizona Attorney General to submit a report by July 1, 2025 to the Governor and legislature on the task force’s activities, conclusions, findings and recommendations. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/26 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/26/2024 at 2:52 PM

 

2/5 LRR recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 4:54 PM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:23 PM

 

Last Action

03/14/2024 H – Hearing Scheduled – 03/20/2024, 8:30 AM – House JUD, HHR 4

Sponsor

Sen. David Gowan (R)

Summary

Related to the fact that a person convicted within the past five years of two or more offenses involving burglary, shoplifting, robbery, organized retail theft or theft is guilty of a class 4 felony, any time the person spent on Absconder Status while on probation, on “escape” (defined) status or incarcerated is required to be excluded in calculating if the person has previously committed or been convicted within the past five years of two or more offenses involving burglary, shoplifting, robbery, organized retail theft or theft. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/26 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/26/2024 at 2:52 PM

 

2/5 LRR recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 4:54 PM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:24 PM

 

Last Action

03/12/2024 H – House Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. Ken Bennett (R)

Summary

Requires the Office of Economic Opportunity in collaboration with the Arizona Department of Education to compile a draft statewide (previously regional) in-demand education list of approved career technical education programs that lead to a career path in high demand with median-to-high-wage jobs in Arizona and to incorporate industry feedback in the process. Requires the Career Technical Education (CTE) Quality Commission (Commission) to approve a final statewide in-demand education list that includes the approved CTE programs included in the draft statewide in-demand education list. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/29 added to EW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/29/2024 at 3:01 PM

 

2/12 EW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/13/2024 at 8:38 AM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:32 PM

 

Last Action

03/13/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Sen. Eva Diaz (D)

Summary

Appropriates the sum of $10,000,000 from the state general fund in FY 2024 – 2025 to the Arizona Community College Promise Scholarship fund for awarding up to $3,000 each year for two years for a student that meets eligibility criteria. Establishes the Arizona Community College Promise Scholarship program and defines its membership, scope of mission and eligibility requirements. Requires the program to contract with a vendor with experience administering scholarships and awards for institutions of higher learning and is selected via a bidding process, including responding to a Request for Proposals to provide support to scholarship recipients per this legislation. Stipulates that the fund consists of legislative appropriations, private grants, gifts, contributions and devices made for the administering the program, is continuously appropriated and exempt from lapsing appropriations provisions, and that any monies received to not default to the general fund at the end of the fiscal year. Requires the Arizona Department of Administration (ADA) to administer the fund and to establish criteria for distributing monies in the fund to scholarship recipients. Permits the ADA to use up to 10% of the monies in the fund for administrative management costs. Requires the ADA to set up a professional and virtual mentoring program. Defines the criteria for a student to receive a scholarship.

Comments

2/12/24 Added to EW tracking

Staff 2 ([email protected]) on 2/12/2024 at 10:42 AM

 

2/12 EW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/13/2024 at 8:39 AM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:33 PM

 

Last Action

02/14/2024 S – DP   – Senate Education

Sponsor

Sen. J.D. Mesnard (R)

Summary

Increases the exemption for property taxes for property used for agricultural purposes or Class 1 personal property that is used in a trade or business, per state law, to $500,000. Effective date is January 1, 2025. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/31 added to BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 10:31 AM

 

2/5 BT recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 12:00 PM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:18 PM

 

Last Action

02/28/2024 H – DP   – House Ways & Means

Sponsor

Sen. J.D. Mesnard (R)

Summary

Requires the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADR) to calculate by December 31 of each year the total allowable exemption amount based on the average annual percentage increase, if any, in the GDP price deflator in the two most recent complete state fiscal years, and, starting in 2025, based on the average annual percentage increase, if any, in the “Federal House Price Index” (defined) for the two most recent complete fiscal years, and the total income limits amount to qualify for an exemption, as defined by law, to be based on the average annual percentage increase, if any, in the GOP price deflator in the two most recent complete state fiscal years.

Comments

1/30 added to BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/31/2024 at 7:50 AM

 

2/5 BT recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 12:01 PM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:19 PM

 

Last Action

02/28/2024 H – DP   – House Ways & Means

Sponsor

Sen. Frank Carroll (R)

Summary

Establishes a 9-member Arizona-Ireland Trade Commission (Commission) to advance bilateral trade and investment and promote business and academic exchanges between Arizona and Ireland. Lists membership guidelines. Allows the Commission to accept voluntary contributions.

Comments

1/30 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/31/2024 at 8:08 AM

 

2/5 LRR recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 4:55 PM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:24 PM

 

Last Action

02/06/2024 S – Senate 2nd Read

Sponsor

Sen. Frank Carroll (R)

Summary

Expands the definition of jet fuel to include a fuel that can be blended and used with conventional and synthetic blending components without the need to modify aircraft engines and existing fuel distribution infrastructure, or are derived from co-processed feedstocks at a conventional petroleum refinery. Applies the modified definition to taxable periods beginning on or after the first day of the month following the general effective date. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/30 added to TI and PA

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/31/2024 at 8:09 AM

 

2/2 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:21 PM

 

Last Action

03/13/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Sen. David Gowan (R)

Summary

Allows tax credits to a taxpayer for qualified projects, and qualified affordable housing projects, in the amount that the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADR) determines, pursuant to affordable housing tax credit requirements. Requires the ADR allocate $4,000,000 in tax credits for the calendar years of 2002 through 2024, and $8,000,000 in tax credits for the years 2025 through 2031 and stipulates that a credit claimed in 2025 may not be claimed until the federal FY beginning October 1, 2026. Extends selected ARS repeal dates to December 31, 2031 from December 31, 2025.

Comments

1/30 added to BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/31/2024 at 8:12 AM

 

2/5 BT recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 12:01 PM

 

2/16 PA took out of consent agenda due to striker

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:40 PM

 

Last Action

03/11/2024 S – FAILED   – Senate Third Reading

Sponsor

Sen. J.D. Mesnard (R)

Summary

The 2024 general election ballot is to carry the question of whether to amend the Arizona Constitution to constitutionally continue the Permanent State School Fund (Fund) annual distribution rate of 6.9% through FY2035 and revert all other permanent fund annual distribution rates to 2.5% beginning in FY2026, effective only if voters approve the statutory measure that establishes a statewide program to increase the base salary of all eligible teachers above the FY2025 base salary. Increases, for FY2026-35, the Fund’s annual distribution rate to 6.9% (from 2.5%) of the average monthly market valuation of the Fund for the previous five calendar years.  Requires, for FY2026-35, any increase in expendable earnings that would otherwise go to the Classroom Site Fund that results from a distribution of more than 2.5% of the average monthly market valuation of the Fund for the immediately preceding five calendar years to be appropriated for the statewide program to increase the base salary of all eligible teachers. Reverts, beginning in FY 2036, the Fund’s annual distribution to 2.5% of the average monthly market valuation of the Fund for the previous five calendar years.  Applies the requirement for the Office of Strategic Planning and Budgeting (OSPB) and the Joint Legislative Budget Committee (JLBC) to jointly notify outlined individuals that a reduction to the distribution is necessary to preserve the safety of the capital in a permanent fund if the value of the permanent fund for the immediately preceding five calendar years has decreased compared to the value of a permanent fund for the five-calendar-year period immediately preceding those five years; and the authorization for the Legislature, with approval of the Governor, to enact legislation that reduces the distribution for the next fiscal year to between 2.5% and 6.9% of the value of the Fund upon receipt of OSPB’s and JLBC’s notification, to the Fund’s annual distributions in FY2026-35. Specifies that, beginning in FY 2026, the annual distribution of each permanent fund other than the Fund reverts to 2.5% of the average monthly market valuation of the permanent fund. Becomes effective if approved by the voters and on proclamation of the Governor.

Comments

2/5 added to BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 3:44 PM

 

2/5 BT recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 3:44 PM

 

2/12 EW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/13/2024 at 8:39 AM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:16 PM

 

Last Action

02/13/2024 S – Senate Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. Jake Hoffman (R)

Summary

The 2024 general election ballot is to carry the question of whether to amend the Arizona Constitution to approve an increased distribution rate from the state land trust permanent funds. Requires, if the amendment is approved, revised salary schedules to increase the base salary of all eligible teachers that is the amount estimated by the Arizona State Treasurer that will be deposited in the Teacher Pay Fund (Teacher Fund) for the budget year, and the same amount for each “eligible teacher” (defined) without regard to experience levels. Prohibits a school from reducing the base salaries of an eligible teacher below the salary reported by the Arizona Department of Education (ADOE) FY2024-25 with certain exceptions. Establishes the Teacher Fund consisting of legislative appropriations and distributions from the permanent State School Fund. Provides that monies in the Teacher Fund are continuously appropriated and are exempt from lapsing. Requires ADOE to administer the fund and establish procedures. Establishes guidelines for allocation of monies. Prohibits Teacher Fund monies from causing any reduction in other funding sources for the school. Exempts Teacher Fund monies from revenue control limits. Requires ADOE to allocate monies appropriated by the legislature to the Teacher Fund according to the terms of the appropriation for salary increases not required by this statute. Requires the Arizona State Treasurer, by March 30 of each year, to provide the Joint Legislative Budget Committee with an estimate of the amount that will be deposited in the Teacher Fund for the budget year. Requires the Joint Legislative Budget Committee, by March 30 of each year, to determine a per teacher amount from the Teacher Fund for the budget year based on listed considerations. Requires each school that receives monies to submit a yearly report by November 15 to the Superintendent of Public Instruction. Requires ADOE in conjunction with the Arizona Auditor General (AAG) to prescribe the format of the report. Requires ADOE, on report from AAG, to determine whether schools are in compliance. If ADOE determines that a school is not in compliance or has not corrected a deficiency within 90 days, the school is ineligible to receive monies from the Teacher Fund until the AAG reports that the school is in compliance. Requires a charter school budget to include the number of eligible teachers employed by the school for the current year and their salary schedule.

Comments

2/5 added to BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 3:44 PM

 

2/5 BT recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 3:45 PM

 

2/12 EW recommends supporting

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/13/2024 at 8:39 AM

 

2/16 PA approved support

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:17 PM

 

Last Action

02/13/2024 S – Senate Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. J.D. Mesnard (R)

Summary

The 2024 general election ballot is to carry the question of whether to amend the state statutes to stipulate that beginning in 2025 – 2026, if the amount of monies available to the Permanent State School Fund exceeds the amount required, pursuant to state law and there are no outstanding state school facilities revenue bonds, qualified zone academy bonds, state school trust revenue bonds issued to correct existing deficiencies, the Arizona State Land Department shall transfer those monies to the School Facilities Revenue Bond Debt Service Fund. Prohibits the State Treasurer from transferring monies pursuant to state law before meeting all obligations mentioned above. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

3/18 PA supports based on amendment language

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 3/18/2024 at 2:46 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 H – DPA/SE   – House Commerce

Sponsor

Rep. Gail Griffin (R)

Summary

A person that develops or plans to develop infrastructure in an active management area that results in increased natural, incidental or artificial recharge to the groundwater basin is entitled to earn and hold long-term storage credits in an amount not to exceed the level of increased recharge or projected increased recharge of a groundwater basin. On or before January 1, 2025, the director shall adopt rules that promote new construction of facilities that are eligible to earn long-term storage credits. Contains criteria and rules for long-term storage credit eligibility. A person that applies for long-term storage credits under this law is exempt from certain permitting requirements.

Comments

Added 1/09 to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 9:58 AM

 

3/12 AEW recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 3/12/2024 at 11:42 AM

 

3/15 PA discussed bill, will continue to monitor

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 3/15/2024 at 1:51 PM

 

Last Action

03/14/2024 S – DP   – Senate Natural Resources, Energy and Water

Sponsor

Rep. David L. Cook (R)

Summary

Sets out a series of new requirements that a “health care insurer” (defined) must provide to a “health care provider” (defined) in the event that they deny a health care services claim either in whole or in part. The new requirements include providing the health care provider with a phone number and email address of someone equipped to answer questions about the claim denial. At the request of the health care provider, the insurer must respond within 15 days with the following information: detailed reasoning around why a claim was denied due to lack of medical necessity if applicable, the health care provider’s right to dispute the decision of the insurer along with the details needed to navigate the insurer’s internal grievance process including deadlines and the health care provider’s right to request a hearing if the internal grievance process is unresolved, and direction towards appropriate regulatory authorities if the insurer falls outside of the jurisdiction of the Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions. Requires insurers to provide within 30 days a written response to a filed grievance unless a longer timeframe is agreed to. Outlines the requirements of the written response and requirements for a claims dispute hearing. Reduces the number of calendar days that an insurer has to conclude the process of credentialing an applicant within their billing system from 100 calendar days to 45 calendar days and outlines requirements for confirmation of receipt of an application for credentialing. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

Added 1/09 to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:02 AM

 

1/22 IH recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:48 PM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:14 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 S – DPA   – Senate Appropriations

Sponsor

Rep. David L. Cook (R)

Summary

Expands the forms of damage required to be covered by insurance under the Arizona standard fire policy to include loss or damage that results from a landslide, mudslide, mudflow or debris flow if a fire is the primary cause of the loss or damage, the fire ended within 180 days after the loss or damage and coverage would otherwise be provided for the fire. Coverage must be provided under the same terms and conditions as would be provided for the fire.

Comments

1/19 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 2:57 PM

 

1/22 IH recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:49 PM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:14 PM

 

Last Action

01/16/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Rep. Laurin Hendrix (R)

Summary

Mandates that state aid be withheld if a community college exceeds its expenditure limitation as prescribed in the Constitution of Arizona. Establishes a sequence of withholding based on the percent the college exceeds its limitation. Stipulates that for community colleges established before December 31, 2015 located in a county with a population that does not exceed 300,000 people, the withheld amount may not exceed one percent of the provisional community college district budget and for colleges located in a county of less than 1,000,000 people, the amount withheld may not exceed one half of one percent of the community college district budget. Stipulates that the Act applies retroactively to June 30, 2023

Comments

1/9 added to BT and EW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:08 AM

 

1/16 BT recommends opposing

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 1:01 PM

 

1/19 PA approves opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:04 PM

 

Last Action

02/20/2024 H – House Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Rep. Julie Willoughby (R)

Summary

Requires companies that offer health coverage to provide coverage for a hearing aid and any related services up to $2,200 every 36 months for any enrollee under the age of 18, and any enrollee under the age of 21 that is still attending high school. Provides for the enrollee to cover the cost of the “hearing aid” (defined) and related services exceeding $2,200 with zero penalties to the enrollee or the provider of the hearing aid. Permits healthcare services organizations to offer additional hearing aid specific coverage that exceed services in this bill. Requires coverage to include fitting and services by a “licensed healthcare provider” (defined). Exempts policies for short-term travel, accident-only, or limited benefit coverage as specified in state law. Allows for health coverage providers to require deductibles and coinsurance consistent with other benefits and policies. Applies to evidences of coverage issued from December 31, 2024 onward. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/9 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:12 AM

 

1/22 IH recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:50 PM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:14 PM

 

Last Action

03/18/2024 S – DP   – Senate Finance and Commerce

Sponsor

Rep. Julie Willoughby (R)

Summary

Prohibits an employer from restricting employees or volunteer workers from communicating with an elected official about the employee’s or volunteer worker’s employment.

Comments

1/9 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:12 AM

 

1/16 LRR recommends opposing

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 11:48 AM

 

1/19 PA approves opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:07 PM

 

Last Action

01/10/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Rep. Analise Ortiz (D)

Summary

Mandates that businesses that advertise a price for goods or services include all fees or charges in the price, and that the refund policy is clearly stated on the receipt for payment, including stating whether the total amount paid is eligible for a refund. Prescribes legal recourse for noncompliance, including injunctions to cease the unlawful practice and fines. Describes “mandatory fees or charges” (defined) and exempts taxes from the mandate charges be included in the advertised price.

Comments

2/5 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 8:17 AM

 

2/5 LRR recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 4:49 PM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:19 PM

 

Last Action

01/16/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Rep. Kevin Payne (R)

Summary

Prohibits land in Arizona being conveyed to a foreign entity. Requires a grantor and grantee to provide a valid ID, or if the grantee is not a natural person, the grantor and grantee shall provide the name and place of business of the grantee. Directs the Department of Real Estate, real estate agent, grantor and grantee to maintain a copy of the grantee’s ID. Defines what constitutes a valid ID. Prohibits sales of state lands to a foreign entity on the date of enactment of this bill.

Comments

1/9 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:17 AM

 

1/17 AEW recommends opposing

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/17/2024 at 10:09 AM

 

1/19 PA approves opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:03 PM

 

Last Action

01/16/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Rep. Alexander Kolodin (R)

Summary

Establishes that the use of remedial groundwater by someone with or applying for a certificate of designation of assured water supply is in compliance with the goals of an Active Management Area if the Department of Water Resources (DWR) determines the use is consistent with the management goals of remedial groundwater metering and reporting as defined in this bill. Establishes that use of remedial groundwater in this case without the approval of the DWR if the remedial groundwater associated with the withdraw or use is considered a “Hazardous Substance” (defined,) the total amount of remedial groundwater to be withdrawn does not exceed the amount of remedial groundwater in the relevant area that is considered a Hazardous Substance, all required information prescribed in this bill is present and the individual complies with metering and reporting requirements established in this bill. Implements remedial groundwater applications and rules pertaining to permissions, use, applications processes, determinations, reporting and timelines for review of applications as well as developing the formula used to calculate, increase or decrease the annual authorized volume of remedial groundwater that can be withdrawn. Requires a person in compliance with the remedial groundwater applications and rules established by this bill to meter remedial groundwater withdrawals separately from groundwater withdrawn under another groundwater withdrawal authority. A person deemed to be in compliance with this bill shall include withdrawal amounts in its annual report. Requires an individual deemed to be withdrawing remedial groundwater that meets the definition of a Hazardous Substance shall provide the DWR no less than 120 days before commencement of the withdrawal the annual volume to be withdrawn, total amount of remedial groundwater that meets the Hazardous Substance criteria, the time period for withdrawal, commencement date of withdrawal, a statement of purpose, evidence of compliance with USA Environmental Protection Agency or Department of Environmental Quality approval for the withdrawal, the person to whom the certificate or designation of assured water supply to which the remedial groundwater will be pledged and all pertinent contact information so that the Department of Water Resources can contact that person. (More) AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/9 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:18 AM

 

3/12 AEW recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 3/12/2024 at 11:43 AM

 

3/15 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 3/15/2024 at 1:50 PM

 

Last Action

03/15/2024 S – Hearing Scheduled – 03/21/2024, 9:00 AM – Senate NREW, SHR 2

Sponsor

Rep. David L. Cook (R)

Summary

Prohibits agencies or political subdivisions of the state to require a contractor, subcontractor, supplier or carrier enter into a neutrality agreement with any service provider as a condition of bidding, negotiating or awarding a public works contract. Repeals prohibitions on becoming a party to a labor agreement or other agreement with labor union representatives, and requiring participation in any apprenticeship program registered with the US Department of Labor. Sets requirements for Certificates of Environmental Compatibility.

Comments

1/10 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 1:33 PM

 

1/16 LRR recommends opposing

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 11:49 AM

 

1/19 PA approves opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:07 PM

 

Last Action

02/14/2024 H – FAILED   – House Government

Sponsor

Rep. Travis Grantham (R)

Summary

Requires a government lessor to include a lease or an abstract of a lease in its public database or post its development agreements on the website of the county, city, or town where the government improvement property is located, and include all development agreements that are subject to excise tax. Reduces the time a city or town may abate this tax from 8 to 4 years. Stipulates that these requirements apply to agreements entered into after January 1, 2024. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/11 added to BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/11/2024 at 1:51 PM

 

2/5 BT recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 11:58 AM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:16 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 S – Senate Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Rep. Gail Griffin (R)

Summary

Prohibits the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) from adopting rules pertaining to Pinal Active Management Areas that are applied to a city or town in the Phoenix Active Management Area that has an Assured Water Supply designation. Requires that within 30 days of the effective date the ADWR must review physical availability of groundwater and stored water of each city or town in the Phoenix Active Management Area that has been assigned a designation of an Assured Water Supply.

Comments

1/11 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/11/2024 at 1:52 PM

 

2/5 AEW recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/7/2024 at 10:18 AM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:14 PM

 

Last Action

02/27/2024 H – Hearing Scheduled – 02/28/2024 – Additional Committee of the Whole, Floor

Sponsor

Rep. John Gillette (R)

Summary

Prohibits land in Arizona being conveyed to a foreign entity. Requires a grantor and grantee to provide a valid ID, or if the grantee is not a “natural person”, the grantor and grantee shall provide the name and place of business of the grantee. Directs the Department of Real Estate, real estate agent, grantor and grantee to maintain a copy of the grantee’s ID. Defines what constitutes a valid ID. Prohibits sales of state lands to a foreign entity on the date of enactment of this bill.

Comments

1/11 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/11/2024 at 1:54 PM

 

1/17 AEW recommends opposing

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/17/2024 at 10:09 AM

 

1/19 PA approves opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:03 PM

 

Last Action

01/22/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Rep. David L. Cook (R)

Summary

Health care services organization, hospital service corporation, medical service organization, or group or blanket disability insurer, that issues, amends, delivers or renews a subscription contract, an evidence of coverage, or a policy after January 1, 2025, may not impose “cost sharing” (defined) requirements for “diagnostic breast examination” (defined) and “supplemental breast examination” (defined.) Any of the above that provides a subscription contract, an evidence of coverage, or a policy to a subscriber or customer that is intended to qualify as a high deductible health plan as defined in USC 233(c) (2) may impose cost sharing requirements for diagnostic and supplemental breast examinations and for items or services that are classified as preventative care until the minimum deductible is met.

Comments

1/11 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/11/2024 at 1:54 PM

 

1/22 IH recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:51 PM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:15 PM

 

Last Action

01/22/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Rep. Steve Montenegro (R)

Summary

Prohibits land from being conveyed to a “foreign entity” (defined.) Adds the exception pertaining to limitations on the amount of land one person may purchase to the authorization of any person over 18 being entitled to purchase land.

Comments

1/12 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/12/2024 at 2:27 PM

 

1/17 AEW recommends opposing

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/17/2024 at 10:10 AM

 

1/19 PA approves opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:03 PM

 

Last Action

02/29/2024 H – PASSED – House Motion to Reconsider Third

Sponsor

Rep. Steve Montenegro (R)

Summary

Requires a health insurer to accept tangible checks as a form of acceptable payment, and, if a health care provider opts out of a method of payment, that decision remains in effect until they opt back into that method of payment, or they enter a new contract. Requires that before August 2 of each year, the Arizona Department of Insurance (ADI) post a report on the ADI publicly accessible website that includes the total number of grievances received, the average time to resolve a “grievance” (defined), and the percentage of grievances where a health care insurer’s decision was overturned. Stipulates that this bill does not preclude efforts to collect monies for medical services not covered under an insurance policy, or when a procedure is medically necessary and a payment on the claim was not made due to a denial or disallowance because of frequency, and that the provider is limited to the rates prescribed in the provider’s fee schedule. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/12 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/12/2024 at 2:27 PM

 

1/22 IH recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:52 PM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:15 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 S – Senate Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Rep. Steve Montenegro (R)

Summary

Prohibits requiring prior authorization and “step therapy protocol” (defined) for valid prescription drug coverage for the treatment of a “serious mental health condition” (defined) as defined by law and provided the medication is on the Approved Behavioral Health Drug list and used in compliance with US FDA recommendations. Requires the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) to ensure the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee reviews any US FDA approved drugs for the treatment of serious mental health conditions and outlines those conditions. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/12 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/12/2024 at 2:28 PM

 

1/22 IH recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:53 PM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:16 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 S – DP   – Senate Health and Human Services

Sponsor

Rep. Cory McGarr (R)

Summary

Permits the legislature to reject a Governor’s Regulatory Review Council approved rule by concurrent resolution and if that happens, the rule is void. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/12 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/12/2024 at 2:30 PM

 

1/16 LRR recommends opposing

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 11:58 AM

 

1/19 PA approves opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:09 PM

 

Last Action

03/15/2024 S – Hearing Scheduled – 03/21/2024, 1:00 PM – Senate GOV, SHR 1

Sponsor

Rep. Leo Biasiucci (R)

Summary

Prohibits insurance coverage for “genetic sequencing” (defined) if performed on a device that is produced by a “company” (defined) in a “foreign adversary” (defined) or owned or substantially owned by a company “domiciled” (defined) in a foreign adversary. Permits coverage for genetic sequencing if the subscriber may experience immediate health risks if it is not covered and there is no other reasonable alternative. Allows limitation of coverage for a human organ transplant or post-transplant care if the transplant is performed in, or the organ was procured by a sale or donation originating in, The People’s Republic of China or the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Specifies that this section does not require coverage for genetic sequencing or human organ transplants or limit a hospital service corporation or medical service corporation from denying coverage for any valid reason.  Prohibits the use of genetic sequencers or any operational or research software used for genetic sequencing produced by a foreign adversary or a business or subsidiary that is owned by or domiciled in a foreign adversary or a company, subsidiary or enterprise that is deemed a Chinese military company or its affiliate. Requires the removal of any such sequencers or associated equipment. Requires the facility’s attorney to certify compliance annually. Prescribes civil penalties and statutory damages. Provides whistleblower protection. Requires genetic sequencing data to be stored in the USA. Invalidates gifts received where the gift originated in a state or country that is considered a foreign adversary. Entitles the Act “Arizona End Organ Harvesting Act.” AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/12 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/12/2024 at 2:48 PM

 

1/22 IH recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:54 PM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:16 PM

 

3/1 discussed in PA and approved the motion to be neutral

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 3/1/2024 at 1:02 PM

 

Last Action

03/18/2024 S – DPA   – Senate Finance and Commerce

Sponsor

Rep. Amish Shah (D)

Summary

Repeals the ability of a city, town or county to enforce an ordinance relating to pet dealers and sales of pets.

Comments

1/31/24 Opposed to HB 2515 (mirror bill to SB 1046).

Staff 2 ([email protected]) on 1/31/2024 at 10:38 AM

 

Last Action

01/23/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Rep. Rachel Jones (R)

Summary

Exempts any vehicle manufactured in or after the 2018 model year from annual emissions program requirements. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/12 added to AEW and TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/12/2024 at 2:49 PM

 

1/23 TI recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:15 AM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:18 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 S – Senate Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Rep. Rachel Jones (R)

Summary

Includes vehicles manufactured before the 2018 model year in any references to covered vehicles under the Act as it pertains to inspection, registration, sales, leasing, vehicle classes, and both tampering and emissions testing. Exempts vehicles manufactured after the 2018 model year from any requirement by the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) pertaining to enforcing this Act. Requires approval from the Unitesd States Environmental Protection Agency for modifications to the vehicle emissions testing program as part of the Arizona implementation plan for air quality by July 1, 2027, for this Act to become effective and for the ADEQ to notify the Director of the Arizona Legislative Council before September 1, 2027 of the date the condition was met or not met. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/23 added to TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:20 AM

 

1/23 TI recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:20 AM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:18 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 S – Senate Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Rep. Leo Biasiucci (R)

Summary

Changes heading of Title from “Forced Labor of Ethnic Uyghurs” to “Forced Labor and Oppressive Child Labor”. Prohibits a public power entity (PPE) or public service corporation (PSO) from entering or renewing a contract with a “person or company” (Company) that deals with land, electric vehicles, batteries, solar panels or the minerals used to create batteries and solar panels unless there is a sworn statement attesting that the Company does not and will not use any type of “forced labor” (defined) or “oppressive child labor” (defined). Creates an exception for family members working in a family business if the owner is actively engaged in the daily operation of the organization, and for a political subdivision that operates a federal reclamation project. Excludes contracts entered into before the effective date of this law. Requires a company that has provided a sworn statement to notify the PPE or PSO of a deviation or breach of that statement. Requires automatic termination of the contract if the Company has not remedied the violation within 180 days after notification. Levies a civil penalty of $10,000 for each violation by any Company or PPE that knowingly violates this law. AS PASSED BY HOUSE.

Comments

1/12 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/12/2024 at 2:50 PM

 

2/5 AEW recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/7/2024 at 10:18 AM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:14 PM

 

Last Action

03/15/2024 S – Hearing Scheduled – 03/21/2024, 1:00 PM – Senate GOV, SHR 1

Sponsor

Rep. Joseph Chaplik (R)

Summary

A retail business with a physical location in Arizona is required to accept cash as a form of payment for goods and services with an aggregate value of $100 or less and cannot charge a fee or penalty for using cash as a form of payment. Establishes penalties for violations. Does not apply to the online sale of goods or services or a written contract between two parties that dictates the acceptable form of payment

Comments

1/19 PA approves opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:10 PM

 

1/18 added to PA

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:18 PM

 

Last Action

01/24/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Rep. Julie Willoughby (R)

Summary

Requires a new “health care insurer, pharmacy benefit manager or utilization review agent” (Insurer) to honor prior authorization from a previous Insurer within the first 90 days of the new coverage. Allows the new Insurer to conduct a prior authorization review within the first 90 days. Provides that if there is a change in coverage or approval criteria for a previously authorized medical service, the change does not affect the member who received a prior authorization approval before the effective date of the change for the remainder of the member’s plan year. Requires an Insurer to continue to honor a prior authorization granted when the member changes products or plans under the same insurance company. Requires an Insurer to post on its website all prior authorizations requirements and restrictions. Requires, if an Insurer intends to implement new or changed prior authorization requirements, to post the change on its website and give members 60-day’s notice before implementing the change. Requires that prior authorization to treat a “chronic or long-term care condition” (defined) remain valid for at least one year and that any other prior authorization remain valid for at least six months, regardless of any changes in dosages of a prescription drug.

Comments

2/2 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 9:39 AM

 

2/12 IH recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/12/2024 at 10:53 AM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:27 PM

 

Last Action

02/13/2024 H – Removed from Hearing Agenda – 02/15/2024, 11:30 AM – House HHS, HHR 4

Sponsor

Rep. Quang H. Nguyen (R)

Summary

The 2024 general election ballot is to carry the question of whether to amend Title 35, Chapter 2, Article 4 to prohibit a “public entity” (defined) from entering into a contract with a value of over $100,000 with a “company” (defined) to acquire or dispose of services, supplies, information technology or construction unless the contract stipulates via written certification that it will not “discriminate” (defined) against a “firearm” (defined) entity or firearm trade association, or adopting a procurement, an investment or other policy that has the effect of inducing or requiring a person or company to discriminate against a “firearm entity” (defined) or “firearm trade association” (defined.) This excludes a sole source contract or if the company does not receive a responsive bid from a company that is able to provide the written certification or contracts entered into before the effective date. Sets the repeal date for January 1, 2033.

Comments

1/10 added to EW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 2:19 PM

 

1/22 EW recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:40 PM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:22 PM

 

Last Action

01/24/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Rep. Travis Grantham (R)

Summary

The 2024 general election ballot is to carry the question of whether to amend Article IV of the Constitution of Arizona, prohibiting the state, and any county, city, town, municipal corporation, or other political subdivision, from imposing a tax or fee on any person based on the vehicle miles traveled by the person in a motor vehicle, or enact any rule or law to monitor or limit the vehicle miles traveled by a person in a motor vehicle unless the rule or law requires that the person voluntarily consents to the monitoring or limitation. Stipulates that this change does not apply to an interstate agreement to administer the payment or reporting of fuel taxes for registration fees for commercial vehicles that operate in more than one state. AS PASSED HOUSE.

Comments

1/23 added to TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:15 AM

 

1/23 TI recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:16 AM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:19 PM

 

Last Action

03/06/2024 S – PASSED – Senate Miscellaneous Motion

Sponsor

Rep. Alexander Kolodin (R)

Summary

The 2024 general election ballot is to carry the question of whether to amend ARS pertaining to the location and boundaries of counties. Breaks Maricopa County into three counties – Maricopa, Mesquite, and Saguaro counties – and defines the boundaries of the new counties. Requires counties with changes to continue in their existing form through a transition period of not more than three years, and the Boards of Supervisors in the three counties will be elected at a special election within 120 days after the effective date of this Act. Stipulates that current Maricopa County supervisors will continue in their elected capacities for the remainder of their terms and if a currently elected supervisor is located within Mesquite or Saguaro County, that supervisor will continue their currently elected term in the new county that their district is located. Establishes an Intercounty Oversight and Accountability Board for the transition period, to oversee community colleges, and that special districts will function within the county each is located. Requires the elected Boards of Supervisors to develop administrative processes to determine the county seat, shared use agreements of capital assets, and elections of unfilled county seats in accordance with state law. Requires the legislative council staff to prepare proposed legislation conforming the ARS to the provisions of this act for consideration in the Fifty-Seventh Legislature, First Regular Session.

Comments

1/12 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 11:59 AM

 

1/16 LRR recommends opposing

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 11:59 AM

 

1/19 PA approves opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:10 PM

 

Last Action

01/24/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Sen. Wendy Rogers (R)

Summary

Prohibits the use of “photo enforcement systems” (defined) by law enforcement and local authorities to enforce traffic laws. Contains a legislative intent clause. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/9 added to TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:20 AM

 

1/23 TI recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:16 AM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:19 PM

 

Last Action

02/20/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Sen. Wendy Rogers (R)

Summary

Prohibits the purchase, acquisition or control of title or any interest in “agricultural land” (defined) or land that is primarily used to harvest timber, minerals, gravel or other natural products in this Arizona by: an agent of a “designated country” (defined), an agent of a company or other legal entity with a majority “control” (defined) by citizens of a designated country, or an individual who is a citizen of a designated country or whose operations are headquartered in a designated country. Requires the Arizona Attorney General to enforce this law. Requires divestment of the person’s interest and sale of the agricultural lands if the superior court finds that title or any interest was obtained in violation of this law. Classifies knowing violation of this law as a Class 6 felony. Requires the Arizona Department of Law to adopt rules to implement this section. AS PASSED BY SENATE.

Comments

1/9 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:20 AM

 

1/17 AEW recommends opposing

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/17/2024 at 10:10 AM

 

1/19 PA approves opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:04 PM

 

Last Action

03/14/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Sen. Jake Hoffman (R)

Summary

Prohibits a public entity from requiring an employee to participate in “diversity, equity and inclusion” (DEI) programs (defined), spending public funds on DEI contracts, programs, technology, supplies, services, or employment, and promoting any DEI oriented theories as that public entity’s official position. Allows for employees forced to do any of the above to bring an action against the public entity. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/9 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:20 AM

 

1/16 LRR recommends opposing

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 12:00 PM

 

1/19 PA approves opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:11 PM

 

Last Action

03/12/2024 H – House Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. Jake Hoffman (R)

Summary

Prohibits a city, town, county or political subdivision from considering or establishing Vehicles Miles Travel Reduction goals for use with state projects; or track or maintain a record of personal vehicle miles of travel records (via odometer readings, cameras, or any other means of recording) of any person; or impose any mileage fee or tax on miles traveled by an individual in a motor vehicle.

Comments

1/9 added to TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:21 AM

 

1/23 TI recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:16 AM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:19 PM

 

Last Action

02/29/2024 S – FAILED   – Senate Third Reading

Sponsor

Sen. Jake Hoffman (R)

Summary

Eliminates the requirement of routes, parking and street crossing areas for bicycles in municipal plans. Requires municipal plans not include policies or projects that reduce motor vehicle traffic system capacity and that any plan components that affect the level of service on an arterial street be subject to an independent, emergency vehicle impact study.

Comments

1/9 added toTI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:21 AM

 

1/23 TI recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:17 AM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:20 PM

 

Last Action

01/23/2024 H – Removed from Hearing Agenda – 01/29/2024, 2:00 PM – Senate TTMC, SHR 2

Sponsor

Sen. Jake Hoffman (R)

Summary

Amends existing requirements to cover the development of performance metrics and the use of said metrics in board presentation material for the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) to include mobility, integration of modes of travel, and safety improvements. Requires ADOT to use new weighting metrics for deciding on highway and transit products that include weighting congestion reduction and increased mobility at 40% each for highway projects and safety improvements/reduction in roadway fatalities at 20% for highway projects. For transit projects, ridership on each route may not be weighted lower than 70% of the system average. The ridership minimum may be weighted at 50% of the system average if the lines are contracted to a private operator. Prohibits the ADOT from considering or adopting a motor vehicle travel mile reduction target, or using metrics that provide benefits based on race, color or ethnicity. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/9 added to TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:21 AM

 

1/23 TI recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:17 AM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:20 PM

 

Last Action

03/12/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Sen. Jake Hoffman (R)

Summary

Prohibits financial institutions, insurers and credit reporting agencies from discriminating based on political affiliation, any social credit or other type of environmental or governmental score. In order to offer investments containing subjective standards, the standards must be fully disclosed and explained to potential customers or investors before entering into a contract. Declares this issue a matter of statewide concern. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/9 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:21 AM

 

1/16 LRR recommends opposing

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 12:00 PM

 

1/19 PA approves opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:11 PM

 

Last Action

02/21/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Sen. Jake Hoffman (R)

Summary

Requires a Groundwater Savings Certificate (defined) issued by the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) for anyone proposing to offer subdivided lands for sale or lease before presenting the subdivision plan for approval. Requires the certificate be obtained before any filings with the Arizona State Real Estate Commissioner of a notice to offer the subdivision for sale or lease. Requires a city, town or county to only prove a subdivision if the Groundwater Savings Certificate is present, or the applicant has secured a written commitment for water service for the subdivision from a city, town or private water company designated as having an assured water supply. Requires ADWR to designate private water companies in Active Management Areas that have an assured water supply or a Groundwater Savings Certificate. Requires rules to be drafted for an application for a Groundwater Savings Certificate if a gray water system will be installed and meets all gray water environmental requirements. Adds to the meaning of “groundwater savings certificate” that the projected groundwater use is consistent with the management plan and achievement of the management goal for the active management area, the projected groundwater will be of adequate quality to satisfy the proposed water needs, and the applicant or a groundwater replenishment district has demonstrated sufficient financial capability to deliver the necessary water of adequate quality. AS PASSED BY SENATE.

Comments

1/9 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:24 AM

 

3/12 AEW recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 3/12/2024 at 11:43 AM

 

3/15 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 3/15/2024 at 1:50 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 H – DPA   – House Natural Resources, Energy & Water

Sponsor

Sen. Jake Hoffman (R)

Summary

Eliminates the Arizona Commerce Authority which provides private sector leadership in growing the state’s economy, expanding opportunities and employment.

Comments

1/9 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 11:19 AM

 

1/16 LRR recommends opposing

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 12:01 PM

 

1/19 PA approves opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:11 PM

 

Last Action

01/10/2024 S – Senate 2nd Read

Sponsor

Sen. Thomas “T.J.” Shope (R)

Summary

Repeals the ability of a city, town or county to enforce an ordinance relating to pet dealers and sales of pets.

Comments

1/10 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 2:20 PM

 

1/16 LRR recommends opposing

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/16/2024 at 12:02 PM

 

1/19 PA approves opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/19/2024 at 3:11 PM

 

Last Action

01/09/2024 S – Introduced

Sponsor

Sen. Thomas “T.J.” Shope (R)

Summary

Requires a health insurer to accept tangible checks as a form of acceptable payment and if the provider opts out of a method of payment, that decision remains in effect until the provider opts back into the prior method of payment or a new contract is executed. AS PASSED BY SENATE.

Comments

1/11 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/11/2024 at 1:45 PM

 

1/22 IH recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:59 PM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:17 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 H – Hearing Scheduled – 03/19/2024 – Minority Caucus, Floor

Sponsor

Sen. Thomas “T.J.” Shope (R)

Summary

For the purpose of behavioral health services and the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System, medications that are prescribed to address a mental disorder are not subject to prior authorization for persons who are at least 18 years of age if a list of specified conditions apply, including that the medication is prescribed to prevent or treat any of a list of qualifying mental disorders, the medication is a covered benefit, and the prescription does not exceed labeled dosages approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Comments

1/18 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/18/2024 at 11:18 AM

 

1/22 IH recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 2:00 PM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:17 PM

 

Last Action

02/07/2024 S – W/D – Senate Finance and Commerce

Sponsor

Sen. Wendy Rogers (R)

Summary

Prohibits a business or governmental entity in the state from entering into an agreement involving “critical infrastructure” (defined) with a “company” (defined) if under the agreement, the company, directly or indirectly, could access or control critical infrastructure unless required for product warranty or support, or if the company is owned or controlled by the governments of China, Iran, North Korea or Russia, or that is headquartered in China, Iran, North Korea or Russia. Permits exceptions if the United States Committee on Foreign Investment or its successor committee determines there are no unresolved national security concerns regarding the company or the transaction that provided access to the USA, or if the citizens described above are also citizens of the United States. Permits the Governor to designate a country as a critical infrastructure threat in the state in coordination with the Arizona Department of Public Safety.  AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/18 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/18/2024 at 11:22 AM

 

2/5 LRR recommends opposing

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 4:51 PM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:20 PM

 

Last Action

03/12/2024 H – House Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. Anthony Kern (R)

Summary

Reduces the appropriated amount to the Arizona State University by $548,865,100 and transfers those monies to the state general fund in that amount or in the amount of monies remaining from unexpended and unencumbered funds appropriated in 2023.

Comments

1/18 added to EW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/18/2024 at 11:24 AM

 

1/22 EW recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:42 PM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:23 PM

 

Last Action

01/23/2024 S – Senate 2nd Read

Sponsor

Sen. Anthony Kern (R)

Summary

Requires an agency to submit a proposed rule that will increase regulatory costs in the state by more than $100,000 within five years of its implementation to the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity (AOEO) for review. Requires the AOEO to submit the proposed rule to the Administrative Rules Oversight Committee no later than 30 days before the next regular legislative session and the Committee to submit the proposed rule to the legislature as soon as is practicable. Permits any member of the legislature to introduce the rule and exempts the rule from provisions covered under time and manner of rulemaking laws. Prohibits an agency from filing a final rule with the Secretary of State before obtaining legislative approval and if the legislature does not ratify the proposed rule in that legislative session, the agency is required to terminate the proposed rule by publishing a Notice of Termination in the register. Permits a person regulated by an Agency proposing a rule, or any state legislator, to request review by the AOEO. Exempts emergency rules and the Corporation Commission. All rules that fall into this classification of rules are determined upon the effective date of this bill to be void and unenforceable without legislative ratification. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/18 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/18/2024 at 11:25 AM

 

2/5 LRR recommends opposing

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 4:52 PM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:20 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 H – House Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. Janae Shamp (R)

Summary

Permits an individual to carry a concealed handgun on the premises of a licensee who is an on sale retailer provided the person has a permit issued pursuant to the concealed weapons laws of the state, and does not consume spiritous liquors. Requires that an individual who possesses a license to carry concealed carry the permit with them at all times as required by any applicable law.

Comments

1/18 added to EW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/18/2024 at 11:25 AM

 

1/22 EW recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:43 PM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:23 PM

 

Last Action

01/25/2024 S – Senate 2nd Read

Sponsor

Sen. Janae Shamp (R)

Summary

Prohibits a Pharmacy Benefits Manager from limiting or excluding coverage of a prescription drug for any insured individual who is medically stable on a specific drug previously approved by the insurer. Prohibits limitation, reduction or change of coverage unless the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) revokes approval for the drug or the drug manufacturer notifies the USFDA of a manufacturing discontinuation or potential discontinuation. Requires written notice of a formulary change to each impacted covered individual and the prescribing provider at least 60 days before the change. Prohibits a change from the previously covered drug without written authorization from the prescribing provider. Requires development of a prescription coverage exemption determination process and defines timelines. Requires notification of reasons for a denial of coverage and permits appeal. Provides a summary of the appeal process. Effective January 1, 2025. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/18 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/18/2024 at 11:26 AM

 

1/22 IH recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 2:00 PM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:17 PM

 

Last Action

03/14/2024 H – Hearing Scheduled – 03/20/2024 – House RA, HHR 5

Sponsor

Sen. Janae Shamp (R)

Summary

Prohibits an auditing entity, when conducting a wholesale invoice audit, from auditing the claims of another auditing entity or reversing a finding of discrepancy if the dispensed quantity is correct, supply invoices and government codes all match, the proper paperwork and reports are present, and quantities dispensed match all appropriate inventories and invoices. Allows a validation to require information that is required under the federal Drug Supply Chain Security Act. Prohibits a Pharmacy Benefits Manager from reimbursing a nonaffiliated pharmacy in an amount less than the amount reimbursed for an “affiliated pharmacy” (defined) for providing the same product. tends to ten days (from five days) after receiving a pharmacy’s request, the time for an auditing entity to provide supporting documentation that the pharmacy supplier provided. Prohibits an auditing entity from retroactively reducing a claim payment after adjudication of the claim unless the original claim was found to have been fraudulent, the claim was a duplicate for which the pharmacy had already received payment, or the original reimbursement was an overpayment made in error. Requires the Pharmacy Benefits Manager to submit an annual report to the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) that details the difference in reimbursement amounts paid to an affiliated pharmacy and a nonaffiliated pharmacy for providing the same product. AS PASSED BY SENATE.

Comments

1/18 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/18/2024 at 11:26 AM

 

1/22 IH recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 2:00 PM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:17 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 H – House Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. John Kavanagh (R)

Summary

Prohibits a “financial institution” (defined) from discriminating against a customer in providing “financial services” (defined), or to agree, conspire, or coordinate, directly or indirectly, through an intermediary, a third party, another “person” (defined), or a group of persons, to engage in any activity that is prohibited by this law. Permits a customer who has been refused service, has had restricted service, or a termination of service by a financial institution to submit a request within 90 days asking the financial institution to provide a written statement of the specific reasons the financial institution refused to provide, restricted or terminated service with the customer. Permits the customer to file a request by telephone, United States mail, or email and requires the financial institution to respond with specific reasons for refusing, restricting, or terminating service with the customer, through the United States mail and email within 14 days after receiving the customer’s request. Requires the response to include a detailed explanation for the customer action that includes a description of any of the customer’s speech, religious exercise, business activity with a particular industry, and any other conduct that was the basis of the denial or termination of service. Requires that included in the response there must be a copy of the terms of service agreed to by the customer and the financial institution and a citation to the specific provisions of the terms of service that the financial institution relied on in making their decision. Empowers the Attorney General to investigate the financial institution if it is determined that the financial institution has engaged in, is engaging in, or is about to engage in, any violation of this bill, and, if after the investigation, the Attorney General determines that aspects of this bill have been violated, the Attorney General may bring an action in a court of competent jurisdiction. Permits any person harmed by a violation of this bill to initiate a civil action to recover actual damages, or $10,000, whichever is greater, for each violation, and if the Trier of Fact finds that the violation was willful, damages may be increased to an amount of up to three times the actual damages sustained, or $30,000, whichever is greater. Requires a court to award a prevailing plaintiff reasonable attorney fees and court costs. Permits any person harmed by a violation of this bill to obtain remedies that include a temporary or permanent injunction, a restraining order, or any other necessary remedy to enforce the provisions in this bill. Entitles the bill the Equality in Financial Services Act. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/22 added to BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 8:13 AM

 

2/5 BT recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 11:59 AM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:18 PM

 

Last Action

02/21/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Sen. Wendy Rogers (R)

Summary

Prohibits the governing board of any university, college or community college from enacting or enforcing any policy or rule that prohibited the possession of a concealed weapon by a person who possessed a valid concealed weapons permit, or that prohibited the transportation or storage of a firearm. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/24 added to EW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/24/2024 at 3:40 PM

 

2/12 EW recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/13/2024 at 8:36 AM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:31 PM

 

Last Action

03/12/2024 H – House Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. Wendy Rogers (R)

Summary

Requires a critical telecommunications infrastructure located within, or that is serving the state to be constructed without any equipment manufactured by a federally banned corporation or any equipment that is banned by the federal government, manufactured in or by a foreign adversary, state-owned enterprise with a foreign adversary or is owned by a foreign adversary or a foreign adversary domiciled company. Requires any equipment that qualifies under the above definition to be removed, permanently disabled, and replaced and stipulates that a telecommunications provider that complies with that order does not have to obtain any additional permits provided the affected agency or service is notified of the change and that the replacement equipment or parts are similar to existing equipment or parts. Requires all telecommunications providers providing service in the state register with the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) and permits the ACC to charge a registration filing fee. Requires a registering company to provide all requested details on an official form the ACC creates and for the registering company to keep all required documentations as requested by the ACC and to notify the ACC if any of that information changes within 60 days after the change. Requires each registered service provider to certify by January 1 of each year that the provider is in compliance with this legislation and stipulates that violation of this provision is subject to a civil penalty between $10,000 and $100,000 per day for noncompliance. Prohibits any provider in violation of this legislation from receiving state or local monies for the development or management of critical telecommunications infrastructure projects and from receiving any federal monies for work in the state. Effective date is January 1, 2025 and entitles the Act the “Secure Telecommunications Act of 2024.”

Comments

1/23 added to TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:18 AM

 

1/23 TI recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:18 AM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:21 PM

 

Last Action

03/18/2024 H – House 2nd Read

Sponsor

Sen. Jake Hoffman (R)

Summary

Divides Maricopa County into four counties by modifying the Maricopa County boundaries and adding three new counties: Hohokam County, Mogollon County, and O’odham County. Maricopa County operations will continue in their existing form through a transition period of up to three years after the effective date of this legislation. The boards of supervisors of Hohokam, Mogollon, and O’odham Counties will be elected at a special election held within 120 days after the effective date of this legislation. Currently elected Maricopa County Supervisors continue in their capacity for the remainder of their term in whichever county their supervisory district is located. The elected boards of supervisors in the three new counties will determine an application process for municipalities to apply to be the county seat, which will be determined at a special election to be held within 120 days from the election of the boards of supervisors. The four counties are authorized to enter into a ten-year shared use agreement for the use of existing shared capital assets. The four counties are required to enter into an intergovernmental agreement for the continued operation of community colleges for at least ten years after the effective date of this legislation. Effective January 1, 2024.

Comments

1/24 added to LRR and PA

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/24/2024 at 3:58 PM

 

1/19 PA approves opposition to HCR 2025 – Division; Maricopa county; new counties

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/24/2024 at 3:59 PM

 

Last Action

02/20/2024 S – Senate Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. Anthony Kern (R)

Summary

Requires Arizona universities to post information about each class on the website, course directory and any other place where courses are publicly listed before classes begin. Requires the syllabus to include a comprehensive list of all materials and resources that students will review in the course, with citations. Specifies that a class may not be listed, and no student may enroll in a class, unless these requirements are met. Requires the Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR) to enforce policies and procedures to protect students, administrators, faculty members and other employees. Requires termination for violation of these personnel policies. Specifies policy on free expression must be enforceable, viewpoint-neutral and content-neutral. Prohibits penalty or retaliation for assembly and expressive activity. Requires notification and an opportunity to respond regarding an investigation alleged infringement on the rights of other persons. Provides a right to assistance of counsel. Requires ABOR to make programs that award honors endorsements available for all students. Requires each school to annually submit a report demonstrating compliance with mandates regarding the display of the American flags, the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights in every classroom. (more) AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/26 added to EW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/26/2024 at 2:35 PM

 

2/12 EW recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/13/2024 at 8:36 AM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:31 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 H – House Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. Anthony Kern (R)

Summary

Requires Arizona universities to post information (course title, syllabus, instructor’s name, vitae and list of published works) about each class on the academic unit’s website, course directory and any other place where courses are publicly listed before classes begin and information (syllabi, student statistics, meeting minutes, announcements) about the academic unit. Requires Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR) to enforce policies and procedures. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/26 added to EW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/26/2024 at 2:38 PM

 

2/12 EW recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/13/2024 at 8:37 AM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:32 PM

 

Last Action

03/05/2024 H – Transmit to House

Sponsor

Sen. Anthony Kern (R)

Summary

Requires the Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR) to adopt enforceable policies to protect the rights of students, administrators, faculty members and other employees and requires each university to adopt and enforce these requirements. Prohibits retaliation for exercising the protected rights. Clarifies that restrictions on speech must be viewpoint-neutral and content-neutral. Prohibits penalty or retaliation for assembly and expressive activity. Stipulates that an investigation alleging infringement of these rights requires notification, opportunity to respond, and disclosure of all conclusions and recommendations. Provides for active assistance of counsel. Requires ABOR and each community college district to publish all policies and regulations and to ensure individuals who have disciplinary authority understand the school’s responsibilities. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/26 added to EW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/26/2024 at 2:39 PM

 

2/12 EW recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/13/2024 at 8:37 AM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:32 PM

 

Last Action

03/05/2024 H – Transmit to House

Sponsor

Sen. Frank Carroll (R)

Summary

Prohibits a “financial institution” (defined) from discriminating, or agreeing with another to discriminate, in the provision of financial services by use of a social credit score. Defines “Social Credit Score” to mean any analysis, rating, scoring, list or tabulation evaluating religious exercise, belief or affiliation, protected speech, actions related to greenhouse gas emissions, failure to conduct an audit or provide a quota, preference or benefit related to race, diversity or gender, failure to assist in obtaining abortion or gender reassignment services, or participation in lawful business associations/activities related to fossil fuels or firearms. Exempts a financial institution’s evaluation of financial risk associated with activities related to fossil fuels and firearms if its standards are publicly disclosed. Allows a customer who has been refused service to request specific reasons within 90 days. Requires the financial institution to respond within 14 days with a detailed explanation of the refusal, a copy of the terms of service, and a citation to the specific terms of service on which the financial institution relied.

Comments

1/26 added to BT

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/26/2024 at 2:42 PM

 

2/5 BT recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 12:00 PM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:17 PM

 

Last Action

01/31/2024 S – Senate 2nd Read

Sponsor

Sen. Frank Carroll (R)

Summary

Prohibits a proposed rule that is estimated to increase regulatory costs in Arizona in excess of $500,000 within five years after implementation from becoming effective until the Legislature ratifies the proposed rule.  Requires the agency to submit the proposed rule to the Arizona Administrative Rules Oversight Committee at least 30 days before the legislative session and the Committee to submit it to the legislature as soon as practicable. Permits any member of the legislature to introduce ratifying legislation. Exempts the proposed rule from a deadline imposed elsewhere. Prohibits the filing of a final rule with the Arizona Secretary of State before ratification. Requires termination of the proposed rulemaking if not ratified during the current legislative session. Emergency rules are exempt.

Comments

1/26 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/26/2024 at 2:43 PM

 

2/5 LRR recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 4:53 PM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:21 PM

 

Last Action

01/31/2024 S – Senate 2nd Read

Sponsor

Sen. Warren Petersen (R)

Summary

Requires the use of actual impacts and costs from the last five years, rather than only using estimated impacts and costs. as the basis for any calculation made by an agency to prepare its report analyzing the effectiveness of its rules. Requires automatic expiration of any rule regarding occupational licensure at the conclusion of the five-year review unless the agency performs the required review and readopts the code chapter, publishes an evaluation of the burdens on similar occupational licenses in states that border Arizona, justifies any instance where Arizona imposes a greater burden, and publishes a report on the agency’s website with analyses and responses to public comments. Automatic expiration does not apply to rules that are required to comply with federal law or to receive federal monies. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/26 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/26/2024 at 2:44 PM

 

2/5 LRR recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 4:53 PM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:23 PM

 

Last Action

03/19/2024 H – House Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. Janae Shamp (R)

Summary

Prohibits a “foreign principal” (defined) from a “designated country” (defined) from, directly or indirectly, purchasing, owning, acquiring by grant or device, or having any other interest in real property in Arizona with listed exceptions regarding size, location, zoning, documentation, and status as a natural born person. Requires enforcement by the Arizona Attorney General. Requires the Superior Court, upon ascertaining that this legislation has been violated, to divest the person’s interest in the property. Exempts from liability under this Act a title insurer, title agent, escrow agent, or real estate licensee. Stipulates that this Act may not be the basis for a title insurance claim. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/19 PA approved opposition to HB 2407 Foreign entities; land ownership; prohibition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/26/2024 at 1:35 PM

 

2/5 AEW recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/7/2024 at 10:22 AM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:15 PM

 

Last Action

03/18/2024 H – DP   – House Land, Agriculture & Rural Affairs

Sponsor

Sen. Ken Bennett (R)

Summary

Specifies that the literacy endorsement required to be established by the Arizona State Board of Education (SBE) beginning August 1, 2025, must be a voluntary literacy endorsement. Removes the requirement for a certificated teacher who provides K-5 literacy instruction to obtain a literacy endorsement.

Comments

1/30 added to EW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/12/2024 at 8:03 AM

 

2/12 EW recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/13/2024 at 8:38 AM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:33 PM

 

Last Action

02/20/2024 S – Senate Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. Anthony Kern (R)

Summary

Establishes the Grade Challenge Department within the Arizona Board of Regents (ABR) and requires the department to have a location at each “public university” (defined) and to hear challenges from public university students regarding grades received in any class or on any assignment if a student alleges a grade was awarded because of political bias. Defines the membership of the department as volunteers chosen by the ABR and directs them to hold hearings for public university students challenging a grade based on political bias. Permits the department, upon a conclusion that a grade was awarded because of political bias to require the involved faculty member to regrade the assignment or reevaluate the student’s overall class grade consistent with the department’s guidance. Permits the student to appeal a decision of the department to the ABR if they feel the department wrongly dismissed a challenge or did not adequately consider the facts of the challenge and the ABR to prescribe the same remedies or to uphold the initial finding of the department. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/29 added to EW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/29/2024 at 3:05 PM

 

2/12 EW recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/13/2024 at 8:38 AM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:33 PM

 

Last Action

03/12/2024 H – House Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. J.D. Mesnard (R)

Summary

Removes the stipulation that the “amount actually collectible” (defined) from medical, surgical and hospital benefits paid is the total recovery cost less reasonable and necessary expenses, including attorney fees actually expended in securing the recovery.

Comments

1/30 added to IH

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/31/2024 at 7:51 AM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:23 PM

 

Last Action

02/12/2024 S – HELD – Senate Finance and Commerce

Sponsor

Sen. David C. Farnsworth (R)

Summary

Prohibits any “light detection and ranging” (defined) equipment manufactured in or by a company domiciled, or owned by a company domiciled, in a “country of concern” (defined) (CoC) from being used for any new “state infrastructure” (defined) constructed in Arizona or included in procurement made by an agency or a political subdivision of the state. Requires any existing state infrastructure that is currently using prohibited light detection and ranging equipment to remove and replace the equipment within 90 days of the effective date of this legislation. Requires any existing state infrastructure that is currently using prohibited light detection and ranging equipment to remove and replace the equipment within 90 days of the effective date of this legislation. Preempts an autonomous vehicle that includes any light detection and ranging equipment manufactured in or by a company domiciled in a CoC from being issued any certification, license or regulatory approval concerning the vehicle’s approval, use or operation in Arizona. Prohibits any state, county, local or municipal governmental entity (agency) from purchasing, acquiring or using a drone, or any related equipment, produced by a manufacturer domiciled in, owned or controlled by a CoC a company owned by or domiciled in a CoC, except if an “agency” (defined) weighs the goals of the research against the risk to any networks or data when using a drone, uses the drone for research and accountability purposes only; and provides written notice stating the intended purpose of the use, the participants and any benefits of the research to the Arizona Department of Homeland Security (AZDOHS) at least 30 days before using a drone. Provides further provisions under which drones may be used (more)

Comments

1/30 added to TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/31/2024 at 7:51 AM

 

2/13 TI recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/13/2024 at 9:28 AM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:31 PM

 

Last Action

02/13/2024 S – Senate Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. Frank Carroll (R)

Summary

Prohibits an “electricity supplier” (defined) from owning or operating “electric vehicle charging stations” (defined) but allows an electricity supplier to own and operate make-ready infrastructure necessary for electric vehicle charging station operation. Exempts, from the prohibition, an electric vehicle charging station that an electricity supplier constructed, provided, owned, operated or maintained before the general effective date. Allows an affiliate of an electricity supplier to provide, own, operate or maintain electric vehicle charging stations. Contains legislative findings.

Comments

1/30 added to AEW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/31/2024 at 8:09 AM

 

2/5 AEW recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/7/2024 at 10:22 AM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:15 PM

 

Last Action

03/05/2024 S – Senate Minority Caucus – Y

Sponsor

Sen. Wendy Rogers (R)

Summary

Bans local authorities and state agencies from using automated photo enforcement systems to identify excessive speed violations or failures to obey traffic control devices. More.

Comments

1/9 added to TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:25 AM

 

1/23 TI recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:19 AM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:19 PM

 

Last Action

02/12/2024 S – FAILED   – Senate Transportation, Technology and Missing Children

Sponsor

Sen. Jake Hoffman (R)

Summary

The 2024 general election ballot is to carry the question of whether to amend the state constitution to prohibit the imposition of a tax or fee based on vehicle miles traveled and prohibit the creation of any rule or law to monitor or limit the miles traveled in a motor vehicle.

Comments

1/9 added to TI

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 10:26 AM

 

1/23 TI recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/23/2024 at 10:19 AM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:21 PM

 

Last Action

03/04/2024 S – Hearing Scheduled – 03/05/2024 – Third Reading, Floor

Sponsor

Sen. Frank Carroll (R)

Summary

The 2024 general election ballot is to carry the question of whether to amend Title 35, Chapter 2, Article 4 to prohibit a “public entity” (defined) from entering into a contract with a value of over $100,000 with a “company” (defined) to acquire or dispose of services, supplies, information technology or construction unless the contract stipulates via written certification that it will not “discriminate” (defined) against a “firearm” (defined) entity or firearm trade association, or adopting a procurement, an investment or other policy that has the effect of inducing or requiring a person or company to discriminate against a “firearm entity” (defined) or “firearm trade association” (defined.) This excludes a sole source contract or if the company does not receive a responsive bid from a company that is able to provide the written certification or contracts entered into before the effective date. Sets the repeal date for January 1, 2033. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/10 added to EW

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/10/2024 at 2:22 PM

 

1/22 EW recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/22/2024 at 1:43 PM

 

2/2 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/2/2024 at 2:22 PM

 

Last Action

03/06/2024 H – DP   – House Judiciary

Sponsor

Sen. Anthony Kern (R)

Summary

The 2024 general election ballot is to carry the question of whether to amend the ARS to require that any proposed rule that increases regulatory costs by more than $100,000 within five years of implementation may not be implemented or adopted without the legislature ratifying the rule and if the legislature does not ratify the rule, the rule is to be terminated via a Notice of Termination in the register. Requires the Office of Economic Opportunity to submit the rule to the Administrative Rules Oversight Committee no later than 30 days before the next legislative session, or as soon as is practicable. Permits any person regulated by the applicable agency or any legislator to request a review of a proposed rule. AS PASSED SENATE.

Comments

1/18 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/18/2024 at 11:27 AM

 

2/5 LRR recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 4:55 PM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:24 PM

 

Last Action

03/13/2024 H – DP   – House Regulatory Affairs

Sponsor

Sen. Anthony Kern (R)

Summary

The 2024 general election ballot is to carry the question of whether to amend the state constitution to grant the legislature the authority to “regulate practice of law” and to stipulate that legislative enactments supersede conflicting court rules and regulations.

Comments

1/26 added to LRR

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 1/26/2024 at 2:54 PM

 

2/5 LRR recommends opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/5/2024 at 4:56 PM

 

2/16 PA approved opposition

Jillian Kahan ([email protected]) on 2/16/2024 at 2:25 PM

 

Last Action

02/22/2024 S – FAILED   – Senate Third Reading