Rep. Quang Nguyen

Maddy summaryHB 2725 requires Arizona public schools to display U.S. flags (made in the U.S.) and provide Constitution/Bill of Rights copies (also U.S.-made) in classrooms for grades 7-12, and to set aside time daily for students to recite the Pledge of Allegiance. Schools must notify parents if a student skips the Pledge during this designated time. The bill also mandates a 1-2 minute daily moment of silence at the start of each school day for all grades (K-12), with teachers encouraged to discuss its use with parents but not suggesting specific reflections. Private schools, parochial schools, and homeschools are exempt from these requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HCR 2053) proposes amending Arizona's state constitution to remove "traffic violations" from the list of offenses that allow law enforcement to arrest sitting legislators. Currently, legislators can be arrested for traffic violations while serving in office; this change would grant them full immunity from arrest for such violations during legislative sessions and the 15 days before each session begins. If approved by voters, the amendment would require the Secretary of State to submit the proposal to voters at the next general election. The bill does not change traffic laws or affect the public, only altering legislative privilege protections.

Maddy summaryHB 2680 proposed increasing sentencing for felony offenses committed against vulnerable adults or incapacitated persons in Arizona. If passed, it would have removed eligibility for probation, suspended sentences, or early release (except under specific exceptions) for offenders convicted of such crimes. The bill would have added 3 years to sentences for class 4-6 felonies or 5 years for class 2-3 felonies, with the additional time served in addition to any existing enhancements. This bill directly affected offenders convicted of targeting individuals defined as vulnerable adults (per ARS 13-3623) or incapacitated persons (per ARS 14-5101). The bill passed the House but failed in the Senate on March 12, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits Arizona government entities and election vendors from using money or services from foreign governments or non-citizens for election administration. It also bans foreign entities from funding efforts to influence ballot measure outcomes. Vendors must provide annual written statements confirming they don’t receive foreign funds, with penalties for false statements (up to three times the contract value). The law explicitly excludes federally recognized tribal nations from the definition of "foreign government."

Maddy summaryHB 2695 requires Arizona financial institutions to offer vulnerable adults a "trusted contact list" to help prevent financial exploitation. It mandates staff training to identify exploitation, report suspected cases to authorities, and share information with trusted contacts or family members if an adult shows signs of being targeted. The bill defines "financially vulnerable adults" as those aged 65+ or unable to manage finances due to mental illness, disability, or dementia. Financial institutions gain legal immunity for good-faith actions taken under this law, including reporting suspected exploitation to adult protective services or law enforcement.

Maddy summaryHB 2786 requires courts to order drivers convicted of specific speeding offenses to install certified speed-limiting devices on their vehicles instead of imposing license suspensions. It directly affects drivers convicted of first-time excessive speeding (90 days), high-speed offenses (180 days), or repeat violations within 12-24 months (up to 1 year). The bill mandates device installation, regular calibration reports from manufacturers to the state, and prohibits tampering - violations are punishable as misdemeanors. Drivers must pay for installation/maintenance, and the state will not reinstate driving privileges until proof of compliance is submitted.

Maddy summaryHB 2739 requires manufacturers, packagers, or retailers of food products made from cultivated cells (like lab-grown meat) to label the product packaging with "This food product is derived from cultivated cells." The bill directly affects food companies producing such products sold in Arizona. Its key provision mandates this specific labeling language on all packaging, ensuring consumers can identify these products. The law does not restrict the sale of cultivated cell products but requires clear disclosure of their origin.

Maddy summaryHB 2635 amends Arizona's tax code to add new sales tax exemptions for specific items. It exempts sales of "cash equivalents" (like gift cards, stored-value cards, and prepaid digital payment tools) and "precious metal bullion" (refined gold, silver, etc.) from retail sales tax. The bill defines "cash equivalents" as pre-paid items denominated in money redeemable for goods/services, excluding telecom prepaids, and clarifies that "monetized bullion" (coins used as currency) is exempt. This directly affects retailers selling these items, removing tax liability on such transactions. The bill focuses solely on tax policy, with no provisions related to firearm storage devices as inaccurately suggested in the title.

Maddy summaryHB 2552 amends Arizona wildlife laws to explicitly prohibit rules that would ban the use of dogs for hunting. It directly affects hunters using dogs and wildlife management commissions by requiring that commission rules "shall not prohibit the use of dogs to take wildlife." The bill adds a new requirement for the commission to consider economic impacts on resource-dependent communities when making wildlife management policies. Key provisions include clarifying that hunters may legally use dogs to take wildlife and mandating that economic impact assessments be part of rulemaking processes.

Maddy summaryHB 2378 allows individuals previously convicted of juvenile offenses to apply for restored firearm rights after completing probation or juvenile corrections. It specifically requires a 25-year wait for those convicted of dangerous offenses (like arson or burglary), and a 2-year wait for other felonies after discharge. The bill streamlines the process by eliminating court filing fees and directing applications to juvenile or superior courts. This directly affects Arizona residents with past juvenile felony convictions seeking to regain firearm possession rights.