Veterans

signed · Arizona · Senate Jun 19, 2026

SB 1184: HOAs; uniformed services division flags

SB 1184 prohibits Arizona homeowners associations (HOAs) from banning the display of a "uniformed services of the United States division flag" (a military service flag) on owners' property, alongside existing protected flags like the American flag, POW/MIA flag, and Arizona state flag. The bill requires HOAs to allow these flags when displayed per federal flag code guidelines and sets reasonable size/location rules for flagpoles but cannot prohibit their installation. It directly affects all unit owners in Arizona condominiums and planned communities governed by HOA rules. The key provision expands protected flag displays to specifically include military service division flags, ensuring HOAs cannot restrict this form of expression.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProtects display of military service flags (a form of veteran recognition), aligning with topic's 'recognition' indicator per bill's prohibition on HOA bans.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Veterans

vetoed · Arizona · Senate Jun 19, 2026

SB 1060: voter registration; temporary absence

SB 1060 modifies Arizona voter registration rules to better accommodate residents temporarily absent from the state. It allows such individuals to register using a written statement (affidavit) instead of mail, and extends registration deadlines to 7:00 p.m. on election day for those temporarily away. The bill specifically supports military personnel and overseas voters by permitting federal postcard applications and allowing registration up to 5:00 p.m. on the Friday before an election for those discharged within 90 days prior. It also clarifies that citizens born abroad with a parent registered to vote in Arizona may use federal write-in ballots. These changes directly affect Arizona voters temporarily residing outside the state, military members, and certain overseas citizens.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly supports military personnel's voting access via streamlined registration, a form of service recognition and accessibility support.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Veterans

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signed · Arizona · House Jun 13, 2026

HB 4161: higher education; 2026-2027

This bill updates the administrative powers of the Arizona Board of Regents to govern the state's public universities for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It authorizes the board to set tuition and fees based on student residency and enrollment status, while establishing a separate fund for tuition revenue that cannot be used to support alumni associations. The legislation also mandates public hearings and roll call votes for any tuition increases, ensures guaranteed admission for veterans, and requires the board to submit annual budget requests that include projected tuition revenue.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill updates governance and mandates guaranteed admission for veterans, expanding access to higher education.80% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates guaranteed admission for veterans, directly strengthening their access to higher education.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Veterans

signed · Arizona · House Jun 13, 2026

HB 4162: human services; 2026-2027

This bill extends the Arizona Military Family Relief Fund through December 31, 2031, and creates two separate subaccounts to manage funds for veterans served before and after the September 11, 2001 attacks. It establishes two advisory committees, one for each subaccount, to set criteria for financial assistance, manage the application process, and evaluate requests for aid. The committees will consist of state officials and community members, including widows, widowers, military retirees, and veterans with service-connected disabilities, who will be appointed by the governor. Additionally, any unspent money in these subaccounts at the end of the funding period will be transferred to the state's veterans' donations fund.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill extends funding for the Arizona Military Family Relief Fund and creates subaccounts to assist veterans, indicating strong support.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Veterans

passed both · Arizona · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SCM 1006: PFC Michael Noline memorial highway

This bill (SCM 1006) proposes renaming a specific segment of U.S. Route 70 in Arizona to honor PFC Michael A. Noline. It directs the State Board on Geographic and Historic Names to rename the stretch from State Route 77 to milepost 300 near Bylas, Arizona, as the "PFC Michael A. Noline Memorial Highway." The bill commemorates Noline, a San Carlos Apache Tribe member and Globe High School graduate who died in Operation Desert Storm in 1991 as the first Arizonan killed in that conflict. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policy, only designating a highway name.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill commemorates veteran's service by renaming highway in his honor, aligning with recognition indicator for support95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Veterans

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passed both · Arizona · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SB 1413: technical correction; veterans; tuition deferment

SB 1413 amends Arizona law to clarify and update the existing veterans' tuition deferment program. It allows eligible veterans to defer payment for tuition, fees, and required books/materials for up to 120 days while awaiting federal VA education benefits, requiring only a no-interest promissory note. If VA benefits haven't arrived by the 120-day deadline, the deferment may be extended until benefits are received. Colleges may withhold grades or transfer credits until the deferred amount is paid. This bill directly affects veterans enrolled in Arizona state colleges or universities who are waiting for VA benefit disbursements.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationClarifies veterans' tuition deferment, enabling access to higher education by deferring payments until VA benefits arrive, expanding access for veterans.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransClarifies veterans' tuition deferment program, allowing 120-day deferment (extendable) while awaiting VA benefits, reducing financial burden on veterans.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Veterans

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signed · Arizona · House Apr 13, 2026

HB 2090: ASRS; long-term disability

HB 2090 modifies Arizona's Long-Term Disability (LTD) program under the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). It sets a cap on monthly LTD benefits at two-thirds of a member's monthly compensation, with specific reductions for social security benefits (85% for post-July 1, 2008 disabilities, excluding certain fees and cost-of-living adjustments) and other income like workers' compensation, veteran's disability payments, or employer-provided benefits. The bill establishes a $50 minimum monthly benefit and clarifies that ASRS must offset benefits to ensure total income from all sources doesn't exceed 100% of the member's pre-disability compensation. This directly affects ASRS members who become disabled, determining their benefit amount based on these calculations and exclusions.

Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentCaps LTD benefits at 2/3 compensation and deducts social security/other income, reducing total worker benefits under disability program.95% confidence ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransBill reduces LTD benefits by counting veteran disability payments as offset income, limiting total veteran compensation under ASRS program.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Veterans

passed · Arizona · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 2127: bronze star medal license plates

HB 2127 creates a new bronze star medal license plate program for Arizona veterans. Eligible veterans who received a Bronze Star medal, or their immediate family members, can obtain these plates by providing proof to the Arizona Department of Transportation. The bill requires a $25 one-time fee (plus standard registration) for the initial plate, with a $5 annual renewal fee, and directs the $25 fee to Arizona's veterans' donations fund. This is a procedural change establishing a new specialty plate type with specific eligibility and funding mechanisms.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates recognition program (Bronze Star license plates) and directs $25 fee to veterans' donations fund, advancing veteran recognition and funding.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Veterans

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passed · Arizona · House Mar 16, 2026

HB 2759: appropriation; department of veterans' services

HB 2759 allocates $500,000 from Arizona's state general fund for fiscal year 2026-2027 to the Department of Veterans' Services. This funding is specifically designated to partner with an educational institution in Yavapai County to provide veterans programs. The bill directly affects veterans in Yavapai County by supporting local educational partnerships for services. It does not change existing laws but provides new funding for existing program delivery through a county-specific partnership.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $500k from state general fund for veterans' programs, directly increasing budget allocation for public service.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill allocates $500,000 for veterans' programs via Yavapai County educational partnership, directly funding existing services without restrictions.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Veterans

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