SB 1076 adds Duchenne muscular dystrophy (a severe muscle-wasting condition) to Arizona's mandatory newborn screening program. It requires all newborns (under 28 days old) and infants (29 days to 2 years) in Arizona to be screened for this condition as part of the state's existing newborn screening system. The bill mandates that Arizona's screening panel aligns with the federal recommended uniform screening panel, adding DMD to the list within two years of its federal inclusion. The effective date is either October 1, 2027, or two years after the federal panel adopts DMD, whichever comes first. This change expands screening coverage to detect DMD early, enabling timely medical intervention.
SB 1162 allows the Town of Patagonia to use existing state transportation funds to rebuild McKeown Avenue between Third Avenue West and State Route 82. This supplemental appropriation directly affects Patagonia residents and travelers using that specific road segment by authorizing its reconstruction. The bill modifies prior funding rules (from 2023 and 2024) to permit this particular highway project. It does not create new funding but reallocates current state transportation monies for this local infrastructure need.
SB 1380 extends the Arizona Property Tax Oversight Commission until July 1, 2033, by repealing its previous termination date and adding a new expiration. The commission directly oversees property tax and budgeting processes for counties, cities, school districts, and community college districts. This bill maintains the existing oversight structure without creating new policies, with the commission ending on July 1, 2033, and all related provisions repealed by January 1, 2034.
SB 1271 standardizes the physical design and layout of Arizona ballots. It requires ballots to use black ink on white paper with specific formatting, including a clear "official ballot" heading, election details, and standardized instructions for marking votes. The bill mandates separate partisan and nonpartisan sections with candidate names arranged by party order (based on past election results) and adds rules for writing in names of candidates not listed. It does not change voting procedures, add new voting rights, or involve identification numbers or funding (despite the title's reference to "identification number" and "appropriation"). This procedural bill affects election officials who print ballots, not voters.
SB 1331 amends Arizona's income tax code (Section 43-1022) to update the list of allowable subtractions from gross income. The bill specifically revises the capital loss carryover provision (item 14) and modifies depreciation rules for business property (item 17), adjusting how taxpayers can subtract past capital losses and business asset depreciation. These changes primarily affect business taxpayers and individuals with significant capital losses or business assets. Although the bill's title references "capital gains," the text focuses on capital loss carryovers and depreciation adjustments, not new capital gains provisions.
HB 2014 amends Arizona law requiring public library trustees in cities and towns to submit annual reports. It changes the deadline from the first Monday of July to the second Monday of July and adds a requirement for the library secretary to verify financial reports under oath. This bill directly affects local public library boards by modifying their reporting timeline and adding an oath verification step for financial records. The changes are administrative and procedural, with no new policy requirements beyond the updated reporting mechanics.
HB 2100 creates "Made in Arizona" special license plates, allowing individuals or entities to pay $32,000 to the Arizona Department of Transportation to design and issue these plates. The bill specifies that plate designs must be approved by the department, and the $32,000 payment covers implementation costs. It also allows combining this plate type with personalized or low-emission vehicle plates, with an additional $25 fee per plate (including $17 as an annual donation to the state). This option directly affects Arizona vehicle owners who choose to pay for the special plate design and associated fees.
This bill prohibits Arizona government entities and election vendors from using money or services from foreign governments or non-citizens for election administration. It also bans foreign entities from funding efforts to influence ballot measure outcomes. Vendors must provide annual written statements confirming they don’t receive foreign funds, with penalties for false statements (up to three times the contract value). The law explicitly excludes federally recognized tribal nations from the definition of "foreign government."
HB 2861, the "Protecting Children on Social Media Act," requires social media platforms in Arizona to implement specific privacy protections for minors. It mandates default high-privacy settings, allows minors to opt out of non-essential personal data collection, and bans platforms from using minors' personal data for targeted advertising (except for age and location). The law applies to platforms meeting Arizona’s definition of a "social media platform" (excluding email services, news apps, educational tools, and research platforms). These provisions directly affect minors using social media in Arizona and require platforms to adjust their data practices. The bill passed the Arizona House on March 3, 2025, and is now pending in the Senate.
HB 2800 prohibits insurance companies from canceling or refusing to renew fire insurance policies for 24 months after a governor declares a state of emergency due to a natural disaster or wildfire. It specifically protects homeowners and businesses whose properties are located within five miles of the affected disaster area. The law applies only when a state of emergency is declared under Arizona law, preventing insurers from dropping coverage during this critical recovery period. This policy change directly affects residents and businesses in wildfire-prone communities following declared disasters.
HB 2866 strengthens protections for homeowners against unfair enforcement by Arizona homeowner associations. It requires associations to provide detailed violation notices - including the specific rule broken, date observed, and observer's name - and gives homeowners 21 days to respond via certified mail. If associations fail to provide this information, they cannot pursue enforcement (including fees) until details are shared. The bill also imposes escalating damages on associations that enforce prohibited rules: $1,000 for the first attempt, $10,000 for the second, and $100,000 for each additional attempt.
This bill allows Arizona assisted living facilities to offer mild hyperbaric oxygen therapy to residents using FDA-registered home-use chambers. Facilities must obtain a physician's order, have trained staff present during sessions, and provide residents with a notice explaining the FDA's limited approval (only for mild symptoms like altitude sickness) and potential risks. The therapy cannot be provided to residents requiring directed care without specific physician approval and written consent. The law also permits the state department to create implementing rules.
