Rep. Selina Bliss

Maddy summaryThis Arizona state memorial (HCM 2011) urges Congress to delist the Mexican wolf from the federal endangered species list. It claims the wolf population has exceeded recovery goals since 2014 (286 wild wolves in 2024) and no longer requires ESA protections. The memorial specifically requests Congress pass H.R. 4255 to remove the wolf from the list, defund the federal reintroduction project, transfer management to states, and ensure full compensation for ranchers' livestock losses. It does not create new law but advocates for policy changes to end federal management of the species.

Maddy summaryHCR 2059 is a symbolic resolution expressing legislative support for Arizona county sheriffs. It does not create new laws or alter legal authority; instead, it reaffirms the Legislature's backing of sheriffs as constitutional law enforcement officers and encourages public appreciation for their service. The resolution highlights sheriffs' roles in addressing issues like drug trafficking and human trafficking, while recognizing their authority derived directly from voters. As a concurrent resolution (HCR), it has no binding legal effect and solely serves to publicly acknowledge sheriffs' duties.

Maddy summaryHB 4087 is a memorial bill honoring Barbara Leff by authorizing a memorial in Arizona's governmental mall. It specifies that no public funds may cover costs - proponents must handle all fundraising and construction - and the memorial provision expires on September 30, 2029. This is a procedural resolution with no substantive policy changes.

Maddy summaryHB 2043 amends Arizona's first-degree murder statute to include an unborn child as a victim when death occurs during certain violent crimes (like sexual assault, robbery, or drug offenses) or when death is caused with premeditation. It directly affects individuals convicted of these specific felonies who cause death to an unborn child during the commission of the crime. Key provisions clarify that the unborn child is protected at "any stage of development" and include three exceptions: legal abortions, medical treatment for the mother or child, and actions by the mother herself. The bill does not change sentencing (first-degree murder remains a class 1 felony punishable by death or life imprisonment) but expands the scope of the crime to cover unborn children in defined scenarios.

Maddy summaryHB 2050 updates Arizona's regulations for medical imaging professionals. It sets specific education standards for radiologic technology schools (24 months, 400 classroom hours, 1,865 clinical hours), establishes exam content covering radiation safety and imaging techniques, and creates new certification for bone densitometry technicians. The bill formally defines "radiologist assistants" as a distinct role requiring department certification, allowing them to perform specific procedures under a radiologist's supervision (like fluoroscopy and administering contrast) but prohibiting image interpretation or diagnosis. It also mandates continuing education requirements ranging from 2 to 50 hours every two years, depending on certification type. This directly affects radiologic technologists, radiologist assistants, bone densitometry technicians, and nuclear medicine technologists in Arizona.

Maddy summaryHB 2046 requires annual court reviews for young adults under 22 who were convicted of sexual offenses as minors and must register under Arizona law. The bill mandates that probation departments prepare reports for these hearings, and specifies that prosecutors, defense attorneys, victims (or their attorneys), and probation officers must be notified. At each hearing, the court must decide whether to continue, modify, or end probation, registration requirements, or community notification. This law standardizes the review process, ensuring consistent annual evaluations for this specific group of probationers.

Maddy summarySB 1479 requires most individuals to present valid photo ID when recording property deeds or contracts at county offices, with exemptions for title agents, banks, attorneys, and government entities. It mandates that all real estate sales include a detailed affidavit at the time of recording, listing sale price, property details, buyer/seller information, and financing terms. The bill also creates a voluntary system for property owners to receive electronic notifications (via email or text) about changes to ownership or mailing addresses by January 2027. Additionally, it increases penalties for false property documents, requiring at least $5,000 in damages (or triple actual losses) for forgers and $1,000 for those refusing to correct errors after a written request.

Maddy summaryHB 2732 ends the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy on July 1, 2032, and repeals related laws by January 1, 2033. The bill directly affects the board itself and pharmacists who rely on its regulations for professional practice. It sets a specific end date for the board's existence while stating the legislature's intent to "continue" pharmacy regulation through this structured termination. The bill does not change current pharmacy practice rules but establishes a fixed timeline for the board's dissolution.

Maddy summaryHB 2202 appropriates $300,000 annually from 2026-2029 to fund a dementia care telementoring program for Arizona healthcare providers. The program, administered by the Department of Health Services, will provide virtual mentoring sessions focused on dementia detection, diagnosis, and care management, with priority for rural and underserved communities. Grant recipients must offer case-based sessions, continuing education credits, and report participation data. The program expires December 31, 2029, after which the funding will no longer be available.

Maddy summarySB 1120 requires hospitals, outpatient surgical centers, and other healthcare facilities performing real-time X-ray procedures (such as cardiac catheterization) to equip at least half of their relevant procedure rooms with radiation protection systems by July 1, 2027. These systems must provide shielding equivalent to a 0.25mm lead-equivalent apron and include real-time dosimetry to measure radiation exposure for staff during procedures. The bill directly affects healthcare institutions conducting interventional medical procedures involving ionizing radiation. It mandates specific technical standards for radiation protection, focusing on staff safety during common medical imaging procedures.