Budget & Taxes

passed · Arizona · House Mar 9, 2026

HB 2273: distributions; transportation projects; Pinal county

HB 2273 allocates unspent county transportation excise tax revenues for specific road improvement projects across Pinal County and surrounding communities in Arizona. The bill directs $45.98 million toward 12 named projects, including road widening in Florence, paving in Pinal County, traffic interchanges in Maricopa, and general transportation upgrades for cities like Queen Creek and tribal communities (Gila River, Ak-Chin, and Coolidge). Funds are distributed proportionally if total revenues exceed or fall short of the $45.98 million target. This policy change directly affects local governments and tribal entities by providing dedicated funding for infrastructure projects without creating new taxes or fees.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates unspent transportation excise tax revenues to fund road projects, promoting responsible fiscal management of existing budget resources.92% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates $45.98M for road widening, paving, and transit upgrades in Pinal County, directly funding transportation infrastructure projects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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introduced · Arizona · House Jan 21, 2026

HB 2432: appropriation; Yavapai community college; health

HB 2432 appropriates $10 million from Arizona's state general fund for Yavapai College's health sciences division during fiscal year 2026-2027. The funds are specifically designated for the college's health sciences programs and are exempt from standard appropriation lapsing rules until June 30, 2030. This means the college can use the full amount without it expiring before 2030, providing longer-term financial certainty for these programs. The bill directly affects Yavapai College and its health sciences division by securing dedicated funding for their operations. It is a straightforward funding measure with no policy changes beyond the allocation and spending timeline.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $10M from state general fund to Yavapai College health programs, directly funding public education services per appropriation language.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates $10M for Yavapai College's health sciences programs, providing dedicated funding and long-term financial stability for higher education programs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $10M specifically for Yavapai College's health sciences programs, directly funding healthcare education and training infrastructure.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Higher Education

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passed · Arizona · House Jun 12, 2026

HCR 2007: reporting; teacher salary increases; schools

This bill (HCR 2007) is a voter-approved measure requiring charter schools to publicly report average teacher salaries and salary increases on their websites. It establishes a "teacher pay fund" funded by state land trust distributions to mandate across-the-board salary increases for eligible teachers in all public schools, based on voter-approved funding levels. Schools must use these dedicated funds to raise base salaries uniformly for eligible teachers without reducing current salaries below 2026-2027 levels, while maintaining separate reporting to the Department of Education. The bill does not change current teacher pay but requires transparency and allocates specific state funds to support future salary increases. (Note: This is a referendum measure requiring voter approval to become law.)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates state land trust funds for teacher salary increases, directly allocating public funds to boost educator compensation without reducing current pay.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates state-funded teacher salary increases via dedicated fund, directly supporting educator compensation and school funding.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates across-the-board teacher salary increases via dedicated state fund, advancing wage standards for public school educators without reducing current pay.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget School Funding Teachers

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introduced · Arizona · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 1195: appropriation; legal assistance services aid

SB 1195 appropriates $10 million from Arizona's state general fund for fiscal year 2026-2027 to the Department of Economic Security. This funding supports free, statewide civil legal aid services provided by nonprofit organizations, aligning with federal grant terms under 42 U.S.C. §2996f. The bill requires the department to submit annual reports (2027-2032) detailing case statistics, legal areas involved, services delivered, and non-identifying demographic data of recipients. The appropriation is exempt from standard lapsing rules and is designated as ongoing funding for future fiscal years.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $10M from state general fund for civil legal aid, funding essential public service aligned with federal grants.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationFunds $10M for nonprofit civil legal aid services for immigrants, aligning with federal immigration-related grants (42 U.S.C. §2996f), directly advancing immigrant services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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introduced · Arizona · House Jan 26, 2026

HB 2768: interchange fees; payment card transactions

HB 2768 prohibits payment card networks (like Visa or Mastercard) from charging interchange fees based on transaction amounts that include Arizona's sales or use taxes. It specifically bans fees calculated as a percentage of the total transaction price, including tax, and prevents networks from circumventing this rule through other fee structures. The bill requires networks to disclose fee changes to Arizona's Attorney General and the public 90 days before implementation, and to annually list which issuers (banks) used those fees for transactions in Arizona. This directly affects merchants who accept card payments and the banks/ networks that process those transactions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill prevents payment networks from charging fees based on tax-inclusive transactions, protecting state tax revenue by prohibiting fee structures tied to Arizona's sales tax.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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introduced · Arizona · House Jan 21, 2026

HB 2357: class one property; assessment ratio

HB 2357 gradually reduces the property tax assessment ratio for Arizona's "class one property" (primarily primary residences) over time. It lowers the percentage of a home's full cash value used to calculate property taxes, starting at 25% through 2005 and decreasing step-by-step to 15.2% by 2027. The bill directly affects residential property owners by reducing their taxable value year-by-year as specified in the amended statute. This change is a concrete policy adjustment to property tax calculations, not an immediate tax cut.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReduces property tax assessment ratio for primary residences, lowering taxable value and providing tax relief to homeowners.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill reduces property tax burden for primary residences (class one property), lowering ongoing costs for homeowners and aligning with property rights and housing affordability focus.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes

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introduced · Arizona · House Jan 21, 2026

HB 2463: misclassification; tax fraud; task force

HB 2463 creates a task force to study employee misclassification and payroll tax fraud specifically in Arizona's construction industry. The task force, composed of state agency representatives (including the Industrial Commission, Department of Insurance, and Contractor Registrar), will examine revenue losses, enforcement gaps, and prevention strategies. It must report annually to state lawmakers starting in 2028, including recommendations on improving investigations, public awareness, and interagency cooperation. The bill does not change current laws but aims to inform future policy based on the task force's findings.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates task force to study payroll tax fraud and revenue losses in construction industry, aiming to recover lost state revenue and improve tax enforcement, directly supporting fiscal responsibility and budget management.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentTask force studies misclassification and tax fraud in construction, directly addressing worker misclassification that undermines wage protections and benefits, aligning with labor rights protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Gig Economy Labor Standards

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introduced · Arizona · House Jan 22, 2026

HB 2672: small school adjustment; overrides; revisions

HB 2672 requires Arizona school districts to hold a voter-approved election (an "override") if their proposed budget exceeds the state's budget limit, and mandates detailed public disclosure about the financial impact of the increase. The bill requires districts to prepare an alternate budget without the excess increase and distribute an informational pamphlet at least 35 days before the election, including the current and proposed budgets, funding sources (tax vs. non-tax), and estimated tax effects for different property types (e.g., owner-occupied homes at various valuations). The pamphlet must also include up to 10 verified written arguments for and against the increase, submitted with signed, sworn statements, while the county superintendent reviews factual accuracy but not opinions. This directly affects school districts seeking budget increases and residents who vote on these proposals.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires voter approval for school budget overruns and mandates tax funding transparency, promoting fiscal accountability and public oversight of budget decisions.92% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill requires voter approval for budget increases over state limit, restricting districts' funding flexibility without explicit funding support.85% confidence

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introduced · Arizona · House Jan 21, 2026

HB 2586: appropriation; rehabilitative programming; interventions

HB 2586 appropriates $1 million annually from 2026-2029 from the special services fund to Arizona's Department of Corrections for holistic studio-based rehabilitative programming. This funding directly supports incarcerated individuals through structured, creative interventions aimed at reducing self-harm, disciplinary incidents, and repeat offenses. The bill requires the Department to submit a detailed report by June 2030, documenting program outcomes including data on reduced self-harm, disciplinary actions, and recidivism rates. It does not change existing laws but allocates specific funds for evidence-based rehabilitation programs with measurable reporting requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $1M annually from special services fund for rehabilitative programming, increasing public service funding under state budget management.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds holistic rehab programs to reduce recidivism and self-harm, directly advancing criminal justice reform through correctional programming.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds holistic rehabilitative programming targeting self-harm reduction, directly supporting mental health interventions within correctional settings.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Corrections

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introduced · Arizona · House Jan 21, 2026

HB 2595: appropriation; Coconino county; juvenile services

HB 2595 appropriates $45 million from Arizona's state general fund for fiscal year 2026-2027 to Coconino County through the Attorney General. The funds will directly support constructing a new juvenile court services facility and converting the county's existing juvenile detention center into a detox, sobriety, and crisis recovery center. This bill provides concrete financial resources for physical infrastructure changes within Coconino County's juvenile services system. It does not alter eligibility or service standards but focuses on facility development and repurposing. The bill is currently in early legislative stages, having passed its first two readings.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $45M from state general fund to fund juvenile services infrastructure, directly advancing public service funding under budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds infrastructure for juvenile services reform, converting detention to crisis recovery center, aligning with rehabilitation-focused criminal justice support.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Courts Juvenile Justice

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