Rep. Selina Bliss

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Arizona Dental Board's authority to handle complaints against dentists by clarifying procedures for investigations and disciplinary actions. It establishes a four-year time limit for investigating complaints, with specific exceptions for serious issues like sexual misconduct or felony convictions, and allows the board to conduct formal hearings when violations are suspected. The legislation also grants the board expanded powers to issue subpoenas, charge hearing costs to violators, and accept voluntary license surrenders from dentists who admit to unprofessional conduct. Additionally, the bill outlines various non-disciplinary options, such as issuing letters of concern or requiring continuing education, when a complaint does not warrant severe punishment.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes new water supply requirements for developers building residential lease communities or multifamily properties in the Prescott Active Management Area. To obtain a commercial building permit, developers must prove they have secured enough water, either through a commitment from a provider with an assured supply or by acquiring specific irrigation rights that meet the project's annual demand. The law includes an exemption for projects that already received zoning approval before December 31, 2024, and requires officials to mark approved permits to show compliance with these rules.

Maddy summaryThis Arizona bill prohibits businesses from intentionally labeling food products as meat, fish, or poultry if they were not derived from slaughtered animals. It specifically requires that labels for cell-cultured or plant-based alternatives clearly disclose their non-animal origin in terms of similar prominence to any animal claims. While the law bans deceptive labeling, it explicitly allows companies to use descriptive terms like "cell-cultured," "lab-grown," or "plant-based" to identify these products. The state Department of Health Services is authorized to investigate violations and impose civil penalties of up to $100,000 for each instance of misrepresentation.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes new rules for Arizona health profession regulatory boards to handle complaints against licensed professionals. It requires complainants to identify themselves while allowing them to keep their identities confidential during investigations, and it mandates that boards prioritize complaints involving patient safety risks such as sexual misconduct or substance impairment. The legislation also sets a 180-day limit for completing investigations, clarifies when boards must report suspected crimes to law enforcement, and prohibits boards from asking applicants about their history of seeking mental health treatment. Additionally, the bill ensures that respondents have the right to legal counsel during interviews and restricts boards from publicly reporting nondisciplinary actions or dismissed complaints.

Maddy summaryThis bill changes where people can file lawsuits to challenge final decisions made by state agencies in Arizona. It allows individuals to choose from several locations for filing these appeals, including their own county, their business location, the agency's headquarters, or Maricopa County. The law also prevents agencies from forcing people to travel to the agency's location just to submit documents needed for the appeal process. These changes apply to any appeal of a final administrative decision unless a specific law already sets a different rule.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a revolving fund to help pay for costs when Arizona sends emergency aid to other states or reimburses local partners for their assistance. The money in the fund comes from state appropriations and reimbursements for past aid efforts and is managed by the Department of Emergency and Military Affairs. It specifically allows the state to cover expenses incurred while helping other states during emergencies or natural disasters, as well as reimbursing counties, cities, utilities, and tribes that have signed mutual aid agreements. Because the fund is continuously appropriated, the money does not expire at the end of the fiscal year, ensuring resources remain available for future requests.