Budget & Taxes

vetoed · Arizona · House Apr 13, 2026

HB 2261: property tax; agricultural real property

HB 2261 amends Arizona property tax law to clarify and expand classifications for agricultural real property. It creates Class 2 (R) for agricultural land (including crops like trees/vines, nonprofit agricultural properties, golf courses, and guest ranches) and Class 2 (C) for land with conservation easements. The bill also refines Class 4 property to include specific residential uses like childcare facilities, senior/disabled housing, and agricultural employee housing (with land valued as agricultural). These changes directly affect Arizona property owners, particularly farmers, ranchers, nonprofits, and residential property managers, by defining how their properties are classified for tax purposes under existing valuation rules.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAmends property tax classifications to provide relief for agricultural land, reducing tax burden through new class designations.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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vetoed · Arizona · House Apr 13, 2026

HB 2055: brackish groundwater recovery program

HB 2055 establishes a program to fund projects recovering brackish (salty) groundwater in Arizona. It provides matching state funds (up to $1 for every $3 in project costs) for eligible projects that build facilities to treat and deliver this water as a new drinking water source. The program requires the state to issue a request for proposals within 120 days and sets criteria like salinity data, permits, and engineering plans for qualifying projects. This aims to create new potable water sources by supporting infrastructure development using brackish groundwater resources.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state matching funds ($1 for every $3 project cost) to establish a public water infrastructure program, directly funding a state budget initiative for essential public service (drinking water sources).95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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signed · Arizona · House Apr 13, 2026

HB 2117: natural resource conservation board; fund

HB 2117 redirects $17 of the $25 annual fee for Arizona's environmental special license plates into a dedicated fund. The state natural resource conservation board will distribute $5,000 to $10,000 annually to each natural resource conservation district with an established education center. These funds must support environmental education programs that are scientifically based and address economic and social implications. The bill specifies that funds are exclusively for conservation education programs at local districts, without changing the plate fee structure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRedirects $17 of license plate fee into dedicated fund for conservation education programs, advancing fiscal allocation for environmental education within budget framework.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationRedirects $17 annual fee to fund environmental education programs at conservation districts with specific requirements for scientifically-based curriculum.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRedirects $17 of license plate fees to conservation education fund, mandating scientifically based environmental programs addressing conservation. Explicitly funds conservation efforts.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

passed · Arizona · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 4026: public infrastructure improvements; distribution limit

HB 4026 creates a state-funded program where Arizona cities, towns, and counties receive payments for public infrastructure improvements (like roads or utilities) supporting new or expanding manufacturing facilities. To qualify, manufacturers must certify minimum capital investments ($50 million for smaller counties, $500 million for larger ones) and sign agreements detailing project costs. Payments are capped at 80% of infrastructure costs or annual state tax revenues from qualifying projects, with a yearly maximum of $75 million total. The program requires local governments to return excess funds if payments exceed the cap and ensures funds are used exclusively for infrastructure tied to the manufacturing facility.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds for infrastructure via capped payments (80% of costs/tax revenue), promoting fiscal responsibility in budget spending for economic development.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds road/utility infrastructure improvements for manufacturing projects, directly advancing transportation infrastructure through state payments for qualifying facilities.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed · Arizona · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 2940: AHCCCS; eligibility; verification; SNAP; contractors

HB 2940 updates Arizona's healthcare and food assistance programs by requiring strict eligibility verification for AHCCCS (Medicaid) and SNAP (food stamps). It mandates that the state verify income, residency, immigration status, and other factors using multiple databases (like tax records and correctional systems) before approving benefits, replacing self-verified applications. The bill also creates a unified system to cross-check eligibility across programs in real time and requires detailed audit logs for transparency. These changes directly affect applicants seeking healthcare or food assistance, as well as state agencies managing these programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill enforces strict eligibility verification for Medicaid/SNAP to prevent improper payments, reducing government waste and promoting fiscal responsibility in state spending.95% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill mandates strict verification for AHCCCS (Medicaid) and SNAP, replacing self-verification, restricting eligibility and access to healthcare coverage programs.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates verification of immigration status for AHCCCS/SNAP eligibility, restricting access to state benefits for immigrants, especially undocumented individuals.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed · Arizona · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 2939: qualified facilities; tax credit; amount

HB 2939 creates a state income tax credit for businesses expanding or locating qualified facilities in Arizona. It directly affects businesses that make new capital investments, create qualifying jobs paying at least 125% of the median wage (100% in rural areas), and provide 65% employer-paid health insurance. The credit equals 10% of qualifying investments, capped at $200,000-$300,000 per new job, with a $125 million annual cap and $30 million per business limit. Businesses must retain operations at the facility for five years and claim credits in five equal installments over time.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit for businesses, reducing state revenue and opposing budget strengthening through tax incentives.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires 65% employer-paid health insurance for tax credit eligibility, directly advancing health insurance coverage access for employees.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires 125% median wage (100% rural) and 65% employer-paid health insurance for qualifying jobs, directly advancing worker compensation standards.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed · Arizona · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 2416: appropriation; DPS; local border support

HB 2416 appropriates $20 million from Arizona's state general fund for the Department of Public Safety (DPS) in fiscal year 2026-2027 to support local border operations. It directly funds local law enforcement officer positions focused on stopping drug trafficking, human smuggling, and illegal immigration, provides grants to cities/towns/counties for prosecuting and detaining individuals charged with these border crimes, and covers capital equipment costs like vehicles. The bill’s key mechanism is redirecting state funds to enhance local border enforcement capabilities and support prosecution efforts. This funding affects border communities, local law enforcement agencies, and individuals facing charges related to border crimes. The bill does not change existing laws but allocates specific state resources for these purposes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $20M from state general fund to DPS for border operations, increasing budget allocation for public safety programs.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill appropriates $20M for DPS border enforcement, funding law enforcement positions targeting drug trafficking/human smuggling and prosecution grants, directly strengthening criminal justice enforcement operations.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationFunds local law enforcement to stop illegal immigration, prosecute, and detain individuals involved in border crimes, increasing state enforcement against immigration violations.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed · Arizona · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 2207: appropriation; braille transcription program

HB 2207 appropriates $300,000 from Arizona's state general fund annually for the state Department of Corrections' braille transcription program, which provides braille materials to inmates. The bill requires the department to submit annual reports by October 15 each year, detailing the number of Arizona inmates and out-of-state inmates served. This increases the program's funding from $200,000 to $300,000 per year, with the legislature intending this as ongoing annual support. The program directly serves incarcerated individuals who require braille materials for education or communication.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases annual state funding for a public service program ($300k from $200k) via general fund appropriation, directly advancing fiscal support for inmate accessibility services.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds braille transcription program for inmate rehabilitation within corrections, aligning with support indicators for improving rehabilitation services.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed · Arizona · House Mar 23, 2026

HB 4029: income tax changes; notification; forms

HB 4029 requires Arizona's governor and legislature to annually evaluate whether aligning state income tax laws with federal tax code changes would impact state revenue by $100 million or more. If so, the governor must notify legislative leaders by September 30 on whether a special session is needed to adjust state law. The bill also creates two new simplified tax forms for eligible individual taxpayers (e.g., those using optional tax tables or claiming basic deductions) and mandates electronic filing for tax preparers handling over 10 annual returns, with limited exemptions for those lacking computer or internet access. These changes directly affect Arizona taxpayers, preparers, and the state budget process.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates evaluation of federal tax changes' revenue impact and creates simplified tax forms, promoting fiscal responsibility and transparency in budget management.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed · Arizona · House Mar 18, 2026

HCR 2058: AHCCCS; comprehensive claims audit

HCR 2058 requires a comprehensive audit of Arizona's Medicaid program (AHCCCS) to identify improper payments made over the past three years, such as duplicate claims, incorrect coding, or payments for ineligible services. The audit, to be conducted by qualified auditors and coordinated with federal Medicaid services, will categorize mispayments by provider type and managed care organization. Any recovered funds from mispayments will cover the audit costs, with remaining recoveries deposited into the state general fund. This voter-approved measure (requiring referendum) mandates a final report to state leaders within nine months of the audit and expires December 31, 2030.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates audit to recover Medicaid mispayments, redirecting recovered funds to state budget - promoting fiscal responsibility without new taxes or spending cuts.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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