Rep. Junelle Cavero

Maddy summaryHCR 2050 is a proposed constitutional amendment that would establish annual spending limits for Arizona school districts and community colleges. It requires the Economic Estimates Commission to calculate each year’s spending cap by adjusting 1979-1980 local revenue expenditures for changes in student population and cost of living, then applying a 10% multiplier. The amendment excludes specific funding sources (like bond proceeds, federal grants, and tuition) from the cap calculation. If approved by voters, this would limit total school district spending growth unless the legislature passes a two-thirds vote concurrent resolution allowing an exception. The bill is currently in early legislative stages (House first/second reading) and requires voter approval to take effect.

Maddy summaryHB 2510 creates a program to fund curbside composting in Arizona cities by establishing a dedicated "municipal composting program fund." This fund will receive money from fees on imported hazardous waste (waste classified as hazardous where generated but not in Arizona) and use it to award grants to eligible municipalities for composting programs. The bill requires the state to adopt rules setting eligibility for grants and managing the waste fees. It also establishes new rules for handling imported hazardous waste, including its transportation, treatment, storage, and disposal.

Maddy summaryHB 2710 allocates $15 million from Arizona's state general fund for fiscal year 2025-2026 to help tribal governments open or reopen assisted living facilities and nursing homes on tribal lands. The funds must be distributed proportionally across northern, central, and southern regions of Arizona, with at least $1.5 million specifically reserved for the Hopi Tribe and $1.5 million for the Navajo Nation. This funding directly supports tribal governments in expanding or restoring elder care services for tribal communities. The bill establishes concrete financial mechanisms to address infrastructure needs at tribal facilities without altering eligibility or service standards.

Maddy summaryHB 2745 establishes legal rights for individuals seeking fertility treatments in Arizona, defining key terms like "fertility treatment" (including IVF, embryo storage, and genetic testing) and "health care provider." It guarantees individuals the right to access these treatments without unreasonable restrictions, retain control over their reproductive materials, and continue ongoing care per written agreements. Health care providers gain explicit rights to perform or counsel on fertility treatments within their scope, while insurers retain the right to cover such services. The bill also exempts the Department of Health Services and health boards from standard rulemaking requirements for one year to implement these provisions, as outlined in Section 36-1305.01.

Maddy summaryHB 2757 restricts unjustified price increases for "essential off-patent or generic drugs" in Arizona, directly affecting drug manufacturers and distributors. It prohibits "price gouging" (defined as excessive increases not tied to production costs or public health needs) and requires the state medical assistance program to notify the Attorney General about significant price hikes (e.g., 50%+ within a year or costs exceeding $80 for a standard supply). The Attorney General can then demand cost explanations from manufacturers and pursue enforcement actions, including court orders, refunds, or civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation. The law targets drugs with limited competition where price jumps leave patients with no affordable alternatives, focusing on protecting Medicaid patients and consumers.

Maddy summaryHB 2799 requires Arizona-based businesses selling online subscriptions to make cancellation simple and transparent for customers. Specifically, it mandates that businesses: (1) let customers cancel using the same method they enrolled with, without extra steps; (2) clearly explain renewal terms and cancellation instructions at signup; (3) send renewal reminders allowing customers to opt out; and (4) only offer retention incentives *after* a customer expresses intent to cancel. This directly affects online subscription services operating in Arizona, aiming to prevent "bait-and-switch" tactics and ensure fair cancellation processes. The law focuses on concrete business practices rather than broader policy outcomes.

Maddy summaryHB 2751 creates a 1% surcharge on payroll taxes for Arizona businesses employing 50 or more people, starting in 2026. This surcharge applies to all business types (including corporations, partnerships, and LLCs), with co-owners paying based on their ownership share. The collected funds will be deposited into a new Community College Apprenticeship and Workforce Development Program Fund. The money will specifically support community colleges in developing apprenticeship and workforce training programs, directly benefiting workers seeking job skills and businesses needing trained employees.

Maddy summaryHB 2781 amends Arizona's landlord-tenant law to authorize the Attorney General to investigate violations of the chapter under consumer fraud and civil rights statutes. It directly affects landlords and tenants by adding the Attorney General as an enforcement authority for these violations, alongside existing mechanisms. The key provision allows the Attorney General to investigate under Title 44 (consumer protection) and Title 41 (civil rights) without creating new tenant or landlord obligations. This is a procedural change to enforcement, not a policy shift in tenant rights. The bill is in early stages (House first and second readings in February 2025).

Maddy summaryHB 2734 requires Arizona's state department to partner with healthcare providers (like OB/GYNs) and community health centers to educate women about perimenopause and menopause. The department must create accessible informational materials covering symptoms, treatments, biological processes, and communication strategies for family/friends. These materials will be distributed to women identified by their healthcare providers as experiencing or approaching these transitions. The bill directly affects women in Arizona navigating perimenopause or menopause by providing structured, medically informed resources.

Maddy summaryHB 2752 imposes a $300 annual surcharge on tuition paid by out-of-state students attending Arizona public universities. The collected funds will be deposited into a new Arizona Higher Education Financial Aid Program Fund. Starting in 2026, this fund will provide full tuition and fee coverage to eligible Arizona residents enrolled at state universities or community colleges who maintain a 2.0 GPA. To qualify, students must be Arizona residents, enrolled at a qualifying institution, and meet the GPA requirement. The bill also includes an initial $500,000 appropriation for the fund in fiscal year 2025-2026.