Budget & Taxes

passed · Arizona · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 2148: noncustodial federal monies; appropriation

HB 2148 establishes rules for Arizona to handle federal funds that the state can spend with flexibility (like block grants or broad-purpose funds). It requires state agencies to track these funds separately in accounting systems and ensures the legislature retains control over how they are used. The bill mandates that appropriations specify spending purposes and allows lump-sum budgets for unexpected funds, with agency proposals reviewed by the legislative budget committee. If actual funds received differ from appropriations, spending is adjusted proportionally to match the available amount.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates tracking federal funds and legislative oversight for fiscal responsibility, aligning with budget management best practices without tax changes.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Arizona · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 2094: assured water supply; certificate; model

HB 2094 allows Arizona's Department of Water Resources to review pending applications for "certificate of assured water supply" in the Phoenix Active Management Area (submitted between 2021-2023 but not yet approved). It requires municipal water providers to calculate and assign 25% of their annual excess groundwater deliveries as long-term storage credits to the Central Arizona Groundwater Replenishment District. This assignment reduces the provider's annual replenishment tax obligation and continues as long as the land retains groundwater replenishment requirements. The bill expires December 31, 2028, and applies only to applications supported by specific historical groundwater models.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReduces municipal water providers' replenishment tax obligation via assigned storage credits, providing direct tax relief as per bill language.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Arizona · House Feb 26, 2026

HB 2500: supplemental appropriation; ESA administration

HB 2500 provides an additional $1,000,000 and 12 full-time positions from the state general fund for fiscal year 2025-2026 to the Arizona superintendent of public instruction. This funding is specifically for administering the Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program, which allows families to use public funds for private school tuition or educational services. The bill directly affects the superintendent's office and the ESA program's operations, adding resources to manage the existing scholarship initiative. It does not change eligibility or benefit amounts but ensures the program has dedicated staffing and funding for administration.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAdds $1M from state general fund to administer ESA program, increasing state funding for educational choice.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds ESA administration to expand school choice access, directly advancing educational access through voucher program operations.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Arizona · House Feb 26, 2026

HB 2499: appropriation; ESA administration

HB 2499 appropriates $2.6 million and 12 full-time equivalent positions from Arizona's general fund for fiscal year 2026-2027 to the Department of Education. This funding specifically supports the administration of the Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program, which provides state-funded scholarships to students. The bill designates this as ongoing funding intended for future years, ensuring continued operational support for the program. The measure directly affects the Department of Education (as the administrator) and the ESA program's beneficiaries.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $2.6M from state general fund to fund ESA program administration, directly supporting state education funding through budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds ESA program administration, providing state scholarships for student educational choice and access.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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failed · Arizona · House Feb 26, 2026

HB 2798: appropriation; Arizona geological survey; study

HB 2798 appropriates funds to the University of Arizona’s Arizona Geological Survey to study minerals and metals needed for advanced nuclear reactors (including generation III+ and IV small modular reactors). The study requires mapping all known mineral reserves across Arizona, detailing quantities and grades for each site. The Geological Survey must submit a final report to state officials and publish it online by a specified deadline. This bill directly affects Arizona’s geological data collection efforts and state officials receiving the findings, with no direct impact on the public or businesses.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates state funds to study mineral reserves for nuclear reactors, directly allocating budget resources for a geological survey study.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds study of minerals for advanced nuclear reactors, supporting clean energy infrastructure development and future nuclear energy production.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds study of minerals for advanced nuclear reactors (clean energy source), promoting climate-friendly infrastructure development as part of environmental strategy.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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failed · Arizona · House Feb 26, 2026

HB 2030: water conservation grant fund; education

HB 2030 establishes a state fund to support voluntary water conservation programs in Arizona. The fund provides grants for projects like rainwater harvesting systems, drought-resistant landscaping, groundwater recharge initiatives, and educational programs teaching water efficiency. It directly affects water users, local governments, and communities implementing these conservation measures by offering financial support for specific, practical water-saving efforts. The bill outlines clear, concrete uses for the funds without specifying new regulations or mandatory requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes state fund allocating budget resources to support water conservation programs, directly funding public service initiatives per topic description.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentHB 2030 establishes a fund for voluntary water conservation projects including drought-resistant landscaping and groundwater recharge, directly conserving natural resources and protecting water resources.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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failed · Arizona · House Feb 26, 2026

HM 2004: urging Congress to defund IMF

Arizona House Memorial 2004 (HM 2004) is a non-binding resolution urging Congress to cease all U.S. funding to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and withdraw from the organization. It directly addresses the U.S. Congress and President, requesting they stop the approximately $150 billion annual contribution to the IMF. The resolution cites concerns about IMF waste, lack of accountability, and alleged support for "corrupt countries" like Pakistan - specifically referencing a $1 billion IMF loan to Pakistan amid security incidents involving India. As a symbolic memorial, it does not create legal obligations but formally requests a policy shift in U.S. international financial engagement.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill explicitly urges defunding IMF, reducing U.S. government expenditure on international organization, directly opposing continued funding as per Budget & Taxes topic.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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failed · Arizona · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 2106: transportation tax; deposit; county board

HB 2106 clarifies how Arizona counties can levy a transportation excise tax approved by voters. It sets a maximum tax rate (up to 20% of existing business tax rates) and specifies where collected revenue must go: counties with over 400,000 residents deposit funds into a regional transportation fund, while smaller counties can choose between that fund or a public transportation authority fund. The tax applies to business transactions, electricity, and natural gas use, and must fund transportation projects in the county. This bill modifies existing tax collection rules but does not create new taxes - only defines how existing voter-approved county taxes operate.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes transportation excise tax (max 20% of business tax) to fund regional infrastructure, directing revenue to public transportation projects.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates transportation tax revenue allocation to regional transportation or public transit funds, directly advancing infrastructure funding per bill summary.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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vetoed · Arizona · House Feb 20, 2026

HB 2206: SNAP; error rate; forensic audit

HB 2206, titled the "Oh SNAP Act," requires Arizona's SNAP (food stamp) program to reduce its payment error rate to under 3% by December 2030. The bill mandates annual progress reports to the legislature starting in 2027, with penalties for missing targets including corrective action plans, partial payment of federal penalties, and potential funding cuts. It also requires a forensic audit by the auditor general by December 2031 to identify error causes and recommend fixes, which the department must implement within a year. The law expires on December 31, 2032. The bill directly affects Arizona's SNAP administration and federal program compliance.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill promotes fiscal responsibility by requiring SNAP error rate reduction to avoid federal penalties and mandate audits, improving budget management of public funds.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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vetoed · Arizona · Senate Feb 20, 2026

SB 1056: budget unit; vacant positions; reporting

SB 1056 requires most Arizona state agencies to annually report vacant full-time positions that have remained unfilled for 150 days or longer, along with detailed staffing and salary data broken down by retirement system and employee tier. Agencies must eliminate these long-vacant positions each fiscal year, adjusting their allocated staff numbers to reflect the reduction. The law applies to state departments, boards, and agencies that handle state funds, excluding the Arizona Board of Regents, universities, community colleges, and the Departments of Corrections and Public Safety. This aims to align state budgets with actual staffing levels by removing unfilled positions that have remained vacant for extended periods.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires elimination of unfilled positions to reduce budget waste, promoting fiscal responsibility through mandatory staffing adjustments.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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