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introduced · Arizona · Senate Feb 9, 2026

SB 1716: clozapine; access; monitoring modifications

This Arizona bill requires health insurers to cover clozapine medication for patients with psychiatric disorders without denying, discontinuing, or rationing it. Insurers must also provide access to alternative blood monitoring methods - like mobile services or in-home testing - upon patient request, without denying coverage based on cost or location. Patients can legally waive or modify routine blood tests after receiving risk counseling and written consent, and providers cannot withhold clozapine for this reason unless an immediate medical risk exists. The bill applies to both private health insurance and county jails/state prisons, ensuring consistent access for inmates prescribed clozapine.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires insurers to cover clozapine without denial/discontinuation and mandates alternative blood monitoring access, expanding mental health medication coverage and patient access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Mental Health

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introduced · Arizona · House Feb 12, 2026

HB 4099: child care; state lottery fund

HB 4099 redirects annual surpluses from Arizona's state lottery fund to specific state programs. It allocates $5 million yearly to the Department of Child Safety's Healthy Families Program (supporting child care and family services), $1 million to the federal Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) food program, and other fixed amounts for health education, teen pregnancy prevention, disease research, and homeless shelter grants. All funding amounts adjust annually based on GDP changes and are exempt from standard budget lapsing rules. The bill does not create new programs but modifies how existing lottery funds are distributed.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRedirects lottery surplus to fund child care, WIC, and health programs, increasing public service funding through budget reallocation.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $5M to Healthy Families (child care/family health services), $1M to WIC, and funds health education, teen pregnancy prevention, and disease research - direct healthcare program funding.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllocates funds to homeless shelter grants, addressing homelessness within broader funding for child care and health programs.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness

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introduced · Arizona · Senate Feb 9, 2026

SB 1714: pricing; emergency; enforcement; attorney general

This bill prohibits price gouging on essential goods and services during a declared state of emergency in Arizona. It makes it unlawful to sell items like food, water, electricity, medical supplies, or rent at prices 10% higher than the highest price charged 30 days before the emergency was declared. Violations are classified as felonies: selling for $500+ in 24 hours is a class 5 felony, while smaller amounts are class 6 felonies. The attorney general enforces these rules under existing consumer protection laws. The bill directly affects businesses selling essential items during emergencies.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill creates new felony offenses for price gouging during emergencies, expanding criminalization. Matches 'oppose' indicator: expands criminalization.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill prohibits price gouging on medical supplies during emergencies, directly protecting access to essential healthcare items during crises.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits rent increases exceeding 10% during emergencies, directly protecting tenants from price gouging on housing - a core tenant protection measure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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introduced · Arizona · Senate Feb 9, 2026

SB 1765: event wagering; problem gambling fund

SB 1765 redirects specific portions of Arizona's state lottery fund to support problem gambling initiatives. It allocates $1.3 million annually to the existing problem gambling fund (established under §5-1318.01) and an additional $1.3 million to the Department of Gaming's division for problem gambling treatment, prevention, and education programs. These funds come from the lottery revenue after covering bond debt service and other mandatory expenses, with allocations adjusted yearly for inflation and exempt from standard appropriation lapsing rules. The bill does not regulate gambling but uses existing lottery revenue to directly fund services for individuals affected by problem gambling.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRedirects lottery revenue to fund problem gambling programs, increasing dedicated budget allocation for treatment and prevention initiatives.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $2.6M annually to problem gambling treatment/prevention, directly supporting mental health services under healthcare topic.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Debt & Bonds

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introduced · Arizona · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 4047: medical spas; licensure; regulation

HB 4047 establishes new licensing and regulatory requirements for medical spas in Arizona that provide medical or cosmetic services involving prescription medications. It requires these facilities to obtain a license, maintain a public database of licensed spas and their responsible licensed health care providers, and report serious adverse events (like life-threatening reactions or hospitalizations) to the board within five business days. The bill also mandates secure storage of prescription medications, prohibits deceptive marketing claims about medications, and gives the board authority to inspect facilities and enforce rules. This directly affects medical spas using prescription drugs, not regular spas or facilities already licensed under other statutes.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRegulates medical spas requiring licensing, adverse event reporting, and secure prescription storage to enhance patient safety and oversight in healthcare services.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 16, 2026

SB 1813: state hospital; governing board

SB 1813 amends Arizona law to clarify the purpose and operations of the Arizona State Hospital. It requires the hospital to admit patients based solely on clinical need (not county residency) for treatment of mental health conditions, and allows services for alcoholism/drug abuse if funded by the legislature. Key provisions include mandating specific facilities like occupational therapy spaces, child care units, dental services, and a patient tracking system to monitor treatment progress. The hospital will remain under the director of the Department of Health Services. This bill directly affects patients receiving inpatient mental health care and hospital staff.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates mental health treatment based on clinical need (not residency), requires specific facilities (occupational therapy, dental), and allows expanded services for alcoholism/drug abuse if funded.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Mental Health

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introduced · Arizona · Senate Feb 9, 2026

SB 1769: adult immunizations; reporting requirements

SB 1769 requires licensed healthcare providers in Arizona to report specific adult immunization data to the state health department, directly affecting providers who administer vaccines to adults. Key provisions mandate reporting the adult patient's name, address, Social Security number (if not confidential), date of birth, vaccine type, and administration date, with submissions possible weekly or monthly. The bill strictly limits data sharing, allowing access only to authorized entities like healthcare providers, schools, or patients themselves via a signed confidentiality request form, and prohibits unauthorized disclosure. It includes confidentiality protections for the data and establishes penalties for noncompliance or improper sharing. This policy change creates a standardized reporting system for adult vaccination records while prioritizing patient privacy.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates immunization data reporting to state health department, enhancing public health tracking and program effectiveness for adult vaccines.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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introduced · Arizona · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 4012: special needs patients; health facilities

HB 4012 (Cito's Law) requires Arizona health care facilities to provide enhanced diagnostic evaluations and specialized care for nonverbal patients and those with disabilities affecting communication. It mandates evidence-based pain assessment tools, annual staff training on atypical symptoms and communication strategies, and access to patient advocates for these patients. Facilities must document diagnostic decisions, caregiver input, and deviations from protocols, and submit annual compliance reports to the Department of Health Services. The law directly affects hospitals, urgent care centers, and their staff, aiming to improve care coordination and communication for vulnerable patients.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates enhanced diagnostics, pain assessment tools, staff training, and patient advocates for nonverbal/disabled patients, improving care access and rights per bill's requirements.92% confidence

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introduced · Arizona · Senate Feb 9, 2026

SB 1797: essential drugs; price increases; limits.

SB 1797 prohibits manufacturers and distributors from engaging in "price gouging" on specific essential off-patent or generic drugs, defined as drugs without patent protection, listed by WHO or the U.S. as essential, and sold by few manufacturers. It directly affects drug companies selling these medications in Arizona, requiring them to justify price increases exceeding 50% within a year or exceeding $80 for basic treatment (e.g., 30-day supply). The state’s Medicaid program can trigger investigations for such increases, prompting manufacturers to submit cost breakdowns within 45 days. If violations are confirmed, the attorney general can seek court orders for restitution, injunctions, or civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation. The bill focuses on transparency and accountability for price hikes impacting affordability, not on altering drug approval or insurance coverage.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits price gouging on essential generic drugs, capping increases >50% or $80, improving affordability and access for Medicaid patients and essential medications.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicaid Prescription Drugs

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introduced · Arizona · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 4055: appropriation; veterans' services; mental health

HB 4055 allocates $10 million from Arizona's state general fund for fiscal year 2026-2027 to provide mental health counseling grants specifically for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in the state. Of this amount, $3 million must be distributed directly to federally recognized tribal nations within Arizona to support tribal veterans with PTSD seeking mental health services. The bill targets veterans who need counseling by funding direct grants through the Department of Veterans' Services. This is a funding measure focused on expanding access to mental health care for affected veterans, with a dedicated allocation for tribal veterans' programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $10M from state general fund for veteran mental health services, increasing public spending on essential programs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $10M for veteran PTSD mental health counseling grants, directly funding services for a high-need population per bill's purpose.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAllocates $10M for veterans' PTSD mental health grants, including $3M for tribal veterans, directly funding services per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Mental Health Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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