This bill establishes new criminal penalties for drug-related activities within designated areas around homeless shelters and service facilities in Arizona. It makes it a felony with increased sentencing for selling drugs in these zones and a misdemeanor for operators of state-funded homeless services who allow drug use on their premises. Additionally, the law requires these facilities to post permanent signs identifying their grounds as drug-free zones. The legislation also mandates that convicted individuals pay a fine of at least $2,000 or three times the value of the drugs involved, whichever is higher, without the possibility of suspending the fine.
HB 2050 updates the rules and fees for the Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners, directly affecting individuals who apply for or renew their psychology licenses. The bill sets specific maximum charges for various services, such as initial licensing, renewals, and record copies, while also allowing the board to accept payments via credit or debit cards. Additionally, it clarifies the educational and training requirements for applicants, mandating a doctoral degree from a regionally accredited program and specifying the number of supervised work hours needed for licensure. These changes aim to standardize administrative costs and ensure consistent qualification standards for practicing psychologists in the state.
This bill creates a new process for religious institutions to build affordable housing on land they already own without needing special permits or rezoning. It allows these developments to exceed current height and density limits while automatically requiring that a significant portion of the units be reserved for low- and moderate-income households. The law also sets specific rules for parking, commercial uses, and deed restrictions to ensure the housing remains affordable for decades. By streamlining approval, the measure aims to help churches build more housing quickly while maintaining strict income requirements for residents.
HB 2446 amends the Arizona Revised Statutes to update the definitions used by the state board of pharmacy regarding drugs, devices, and pharmacy operations. The bill clarifies terms such as compounding, advertising, and the roles of various authorized officers to ensure consistency in how the board regulates licensed pharmacists and technicians. By refining these legal definitions, the legislation aims to provide clearer guidance for pharmacy professionals and the board itself without changing existing operational rules. This update affects the Arizona state board of pharmacy and all individuals holding licenses or permits related to pharmacy practice within the state.
This bill requires dental business entities in Arizona to register with the Dental Board and file annual applications detailing their services, leadership, and the dentists responsible for care. To maintain registration, these entities must pay fees, notify the board of any changes within thirty days, and establish written protocols for securely storing and transferring patient records. The legislation also grants the board authority to impose civil penalties, suspend registrations, or issue cease-and-desist orders for violations, while explicitly excluding sole proprietorships and certain professional corporations from these requirements. Additionally, the bill prohibits individuals with revoked or surrendered dental licenses from holding a majority ownership interest in registered dental businesses.
This bill updates the licensing rules for dentists and dental therapists in Arizona, primarily focusing on renewal procedures and administrative requirements. It mandates that these professionals renew their licenses every three years by submitting an application and paying a fee, while also requiring them to affirm compliance with continuing education rules. The legislation introduces specific penalties for failing to notify the board of address changes or for operating multiple practice locations without duplicate licenses. Additionally, it clarifies the process for reinstating expired licenses and outlines reduced fees and requirements for retired or disabled practitioners.
This bill amends the Arizona Dental Board's authority to handle complaints against dentists by clarifying procedures for investigations and disciplinary actions. It establishes a four-year time limit for investigating complaints, with specific exceptions for serious issues like sexual misconduct or felony convictions, and allows the board to conduct formal hearings when violations are suspected. The legislation also grants the board expanded powers to issue subpoenas, charge hearing costs to violators, and accept voluntary license surrenders from dentists who admit to unprofessional conduct. Additionally, the bill outlines various non-disciplinary options, such as issuing letters of concern or requiring continuing education, when a complaint does not warrant severe punishment.
This bill amends an existing Arizona law to clarify the requirements for property sellers who must disclose past soil remediation to buyers. It mandates that owners provide written notice of such remediation before transferring property if they have actual knowledge of the work, unless the soil has already met safety standards for residential use. The law defines "residential use" to include homes, child care centers, and elementary schools where people are expected to have frequent contact with the ground. Additionally, the bill specifies that any legal action taken against a seller for failing to provide this notice will follow the same process as other civil lawsuits.
This bill updates the duties of Arizona's contractor registrar to improve oversight, record-keeping, and dispute resolution for licensed contractors. It requires the registrar to maintain detailed records for at least seven years, establish clear standards for construction quality, and create an informal process to help resolve disputes between homeowners and contractors before formal complaints are filed. The legislation also mandates that the registrar publicly post a list of license applicants for twenty days and grants the registrar authority to issue citations and access criminal history records during investigations. Additionally, the bill clarifies procedures for recovering funds from the residential contractors' recovery fund when a license is revoked or suspended due to violations.
This bill corrects a technical error in Arizona Revised Statutes Section 3-730, which governs how nonconforming eggs are treated as a public nuisance. The amendment clarifies the procedures for inspectors to tag and notify producers or dealers of violations, allowing for the seizure of eggs after a seventy-two-hour window if they are not reconditioned. It also refines the legal process for county attorneys to seek court orders that condemn, destroy, or reprocess the eggs, while ensuring that any salvaged items can be sold with disposal costs deducted from the proceeds. The changes apply specifically to individuals and businesses involved in the preparation, storage, or sale of eggs that fail to meet state standards.
This bill establishes new water supply requirements for developers building residential lease communities or multifamily properties in the Prescott Active Management Area. To obtain a commercial building permit, developers must prove they have secured enough water, either through a commitment from a provider with an assured supply or by acquiring specific irrigation rights that meet the project's annual demand. The law includes an exemption for projects that already received zoning approval before December 31, 2024, and requires officials to mark approved permits to show compliance with these rules.
This bill requires cities and county supervisors in Arizona to verify water availability and payment of specific fees before approving building permits for new residential lease communities in active management areas. It defines a residential lease community as six or more detached rental units sold or leased under a common promotional plan, while excluding housing for agricultural workers. The law does not apply to communities that already existed or received zoning approval by September 30, 2024. Additionally, the bill updates the state's real estate definitions to clarify terms like "acting in concert" and "advertising" within the context of land sales.
