SB 1571 establishes a study committee to examine the social and economic impacts of coal industry decline, particularly job losses in communities reliant on coal, with a focus on rural and tribal areas. The committee, composed of bipartisan lawmakers, nonprofit representatives, Navajo Nation officials, and a university expert, must investigate strategies for economic diversification and submit a report by December 31, 2025. It also appropriates $600,000 from the state general fund for the Office of Economic Opportunity to conduct a workforce development study specifically for Coconino County communities affected by the closure of the Navajo Generating Station. The committee and its funding provisions expire on September 30, 2026.
SB 1058 amends Arizona's retirement system rules to clarify reemployment policies for retired public employees, particularly affecting school resource officers. The bill establishes specific requirements for retirees returning to work within six months of retirement, including mandatory repayment of pension payments received during reemployment and restrictions on reinstating service credits. It creates an exemption for retired school resource officers who return to work, allowing them to retain pension benefits without repayment under certain conditions. The legislation also details procedures for repaying severance refunds if retirees return to the same employer within two years, requiring full repayment plus interest. These changes directly impact public employees who retire and later return to state or local government positions.
SB 1126 creates several dedicated funds to support Arizona's equine and agricultural industries. It establishes the Arizona Breeders' Award Fund (using 5% of fantasy sports and event wagering revenue) to pay breeders for winning horses, and the Arizona Stallion Award Fund (using 5% of fantasy sports revenue) to reward stallion owners for top finishes. Both funds contribute $25,000 annually to the Retired Racehorse Adoption Fund, which assists nonprofits promoting horse adoptions. Additionally, the bill creates a County Fairs Racing Betterment Fund to support county fair racing events and a Livestock Promotion Fund managed by the governor to boost agricultural fairs and resources. These funds ensure monies remain available year-to-year without reverting to the general state fund.
HB 2696 prohibits Arizona critical infrastructure providers (including utilities, telecoms, emergency services, and water systems) from using software, equipment, or vendors owned or controlled by foreign adversaries - defined as countries designated under federal law (15 CFR §791.4). It requires replacing existing equipment from federally banned corporations with U.S.-made alternatives by 2025, mandates annual certification to the attorney general, and bans government contracts with prohibited vendors. The law applies to all critical infrastructure service providers and government entities purchasing equipment like routers, modems, or traffic enforcement systems. The attorney general must publish an annual list of banned vendors on their website, starting December 2025.
SB 1142 prohibits foreign corporations, persons, or foreign nongovernmental entities from contributing money or in-kind goods/services to influence Arizona ballot measure elections. It directly affects campaign committees, entities, and individuals filing campaign finance reports under Arizona law. The bill requires these filers to certify under penalty of perjury that they haven't accepted such foreign contributions. Tribal nations are explicitly exempt from these provisions, as stated in Section C of the bill.
SB 1371 amends Arizona's income tax code to clarify and update specific deductions taxpayers can claim against their state taxable income. The key provision sets a $2,500 annual limit on deductions for retirement benefits received from federal or Arizona state retirement systems (like public employee pensions). Other clarified deductions include certain military compensation, unreimbursed medical/adoption costs (up to $3,000), and specific business-related expenses like depreciation calculations. This bill directly affects Arizona residents and businesses filing state income tax returns who claim these deductions.
SB 1130 appropriates $1,000,000 from Arizona's state general fund for fiscal year 2025-2026 to the Department of Economic Security. This funding directly supports the "older individuals who are blind program," which provides assistance to older Arizonans who are blind. The bill creates a dedicated funding source for this specific state program without altering eligibility or service requirements. It passed the legislature on February 27, 2025, and is now moving through the House.
Arizona's SCR 1027 (a proposed law requiring voter approval) prohibits foreign nationals from funding election administration or ballot measure activities. It requires vendors providing election services to certify they receive no foreign donations (with annual updates), and mandates government entities to report these vendors quarterly. Violations can lead to contract termination, misdemeanor charges ($5,000+ penalties for intentional violations), or civil lawsuits by citizens seeking $1,000/day in damages until compliance. The bill directly affects election vendors, ballot initiative committees, and local governments handling election services. It applies to all election-related spending, excluding "common goods" like standard office supplies.
This bill (HCR 2037) is a concurrent resolution proposing to repeal specific definitions related to prohibited weapons in Arizona law. It seeks voter approval to remove definitions from Arizona Revised Statutes sections 13-3101, 13-3102, and 13-3110 that currently define terms like "firearm," "prohibited possessor," and "deadly weapon." If approved by voters, the repeal would eliminate these definitions from the law, though it does not change existing prohibited weapons restrictions or penalties. The measure is procedural and requires voter approval via referendum, not legislative enactment.
SB 1312 creates a state-funded program to help people transitioning from county jails back into communities. It provides $20 million in grants to Arizona counties (excluding Maricopa and Pima) to establish coordinated reentry planning services in jails, connecting individuals with treatment, housing, and other support services early in the justice process. Key requirements include creating a cross-system database to track recidivism and service engagement, forming collaborative planning committees with law enforcement, courts, and service providers, and submitting annual reports on participant risks (like homelessness or lack of healthcare) and repeat offenses. Counties must demonstrate program implementation within two years of receiving funds, including dedicated staff and data-sharing agreements.
HB 2314 establishes a sunset date for Arizona's Board of Osteopathic Examiners in Medicine and Surgery, terminating the board on July 1, 2031, with all related statutes repealed by January 1, 2032. The bill directly affects osteopathic physicians and medical practitioners regulated under this board in Arizona, as it ends the board's authority to oversee their licensing and practice. Key provisions include setting a fixed end date for the board's operations and ensuring all related legal frameworks are formally repealed after the termination. The legislation does not create new regulations but formally ends an existing oversight body, aligning with statutory sunset requirements. This change is effective retroactively from July 1, 2025, as noted in the bill's passage.
SB 1031 bans the sale of cosmetics in Arizona that were developed or manufactured using animal testing, directly affecting cosmetic manufacturers and suppliers selling products in the state. The law prohibits selling cosmetics tested on animals after December 31, 2025, unless exceptions apply (e.g., testing required by foreign governments, FDA-regulated products, or products tested before January 1, 2026). It preempts local regulations on cosmetic sales and imposes civil penalties of up to $1,000 per day for violations. The bill takes effect on December 31, 2025.
