Rep. Selina Bliss

Maddy summaryArizona's HCR 2041 is a state resolution requesting Congress to call a constitutional convention under Article V to propose term limits for U.S. House and Senate members. It asks other states with similar applications to combine their efforts to meet the two-thirds state requirement for such a convention. If Congress fails to act, Arizona and other participating states would proceed with their own convention to draft term limits. This resolution does not create new law but seeks to restart a state-led process for constitutional change, targeting federal congressional representation.

Maddy summaryHB 2679 establishes a new framework for Arizona public power entities (like municipal utilities) to finance infrastructure upgrades by issuing "Transition Bonds." These bonds are secured by future customer payments called "Financing Charges," which become nonbypassable fees added to all customers' utility bills until the costs are fully recovered. The bill creates specific definitions for terms like "Financing Charges," "Qualified Special Purpose Entity," and "Transition Bonds," ensuring these payments cannot be avoided regardless of the customer's service provider or asset ownership. This mechanism allows public power entities to shift financing costs to customers over time rather than relying solely on traditional rate increases.

Maddy summaryHB 2129 establishes an "active early voting list" for Arizona voters who want to automatically receive mail-in ballots for all elections. Voters must submit a written request with their name, address, date of birth, and signature to join the list; county election officials verify this request and send notices 90 days before elections. The bill allows voters to update addresses, opt out of receiving ballots, or choose a political party for primary elections via these notices. If voters fail to vote in two consecutive election cycles or don't respond to notices, they are removed from the list. It also requires candidates withdrawing from races to submit a notarized withdrawal statement to election officials.

Maddy summaryHB 2895 requires cities, counties, school districts, and state agencies in Arizona to publicly post task order contracts (for ongoing services or supplies) on their websites. It mandates that contracts must include the total dollar amount, contractor name, service description, and contract length - these items cannot be redacted. Contractors may redact personal or proprietary information beyond these four required details. The bill was passed by the legislature in May 2025 but was vetoed by the Governor on May 13, 2025, preventing it from becoming law.

Maddy summarySB 1307 requires Arizona’s state department to develop a statewide plan by July 2026 for infrastructure supporting electric aircraft (like air taxis), including vertiports (takeoff/landing sites) and charging stations. The plan must be created with input from airports, airlines, and federal agencies, and the department must designate an expert to assist local governments. It also mandates the creation of a guidebook with uniform zoning and planning resources for communities implementing these systems. The law specifically applies to electric aircraft weighing 300+ pounds that carry passengers or cargo, and includes provisions for educational materials about the benefits of this technology.

Maddy summaryHB 2180 establishes a three-year pilot program in Arizona allowing licensed hospitals to provide intensive medical care (acute care) to patients in their homes. It directly affects eligible Arizona hospitals that meet specific equipment and protocol requirements, including using mobile paramedics with community paramedicine certification and physician supervision. Key provisions include waiving certain regulations for home-based care delivery, permitting virtual or in-person services (except for required twice-daily patient assessments), and requiring hospitals to report program outcomes. The pilot, set to end December 31, 2028, aligns with federal Medicare/Medicaid program standards and mandates specific protocols for patient eligibility and service delivery.

Maddy summaryHB 2583 allows physical therapists in Arizona to order basic X-rays (plain film radiographs) and laboratory tests, but with specific safeguards. It requires that imaging be performed by authorized practitioners and interpreted by a physician trained in radiology, while lab tests must be handled by qualified healthcare providers. Physical therapists must report all test results to the patient's regular doctor within seven days, or refer the patient to a doctor if no regular provider exists and symptoms suggest care beyond physical therapy's scope. This bill directly affects physical therapists, their patients, and referring physicians by clarifying their roles in diagnostic testing and care coordination.

Maddy summaryHB 2137 amends Arizona law to address record-keeping failures by providers billing for behavioral health services. It creates two new misdemeanor offenses: knowingly failing to maintain required records (class 1 misdemeanor) or failing to report record destruction (class 2 misdemeanor). The law applies specifically to providers submitting claims for behavioral health services under Title 36, Chapters 29 or 34, requiring them to maintain records disclosing service details and financial information used for payment. The bill's title mentioning "dental board" appears inconsistent with its actual focus on behavioral health billing compliance.

Maddy summaryHB 2581 creates a statewide tracking system for sexual assault kits in Arizona, requiring medical providers, law enforcement, crime labs, and other entities handling these kits to input and update their location and status. The system tracks kits from initial collection through forensic analysis, storage, and destruction, with provisions allowing victims to anonymously monitor their kit’s progress and receive advance notice of destruction if they opt in. All tracking data is confidential, accessible only to victims, authorized personnel, or entities updating kit status. This law directly affects victims of sexual assault, law enforcement, medical facilities, and crime laboratories by standardizing kit management and improving transparency.

Maddy summaryHB 2179 restricts advertising for marijuana products and related paraphernalia in Arizona. It prohibits targeting individuals under 21 (e.g., using toy characters, food brand mimics, or social media ads with less than 73.6% adult audience), bans ads near schools/parks, and requires a specific 10% warning ("Do not use if under 21 or pregnant") in black text on white. The law applies to marijuana businesses, dispensaries, and advertising platforms hosting such content, with violations carrying $20,000 civil penalties. It aims to limit youth exposure through clear advertising boundaries and age verification requirements.