Rep. Oscar De Los Santos

Maddy summaryHB 2652 repeals Arizona's requirement for notarized parental consent for minors seeking abortions. It removes the current law that mandated either a minor's parent or guardian provide notarized written consent or a judge authorize the procedure through a confidential court process. This bill directly affects unemancipated minors in Arizona who would no longer need parental consent or judicial bypass to access abortion care. The repeal eliminates all associated provisions, including confidentiality rules, time limits for court hearings, and civil liability for providers who follow the old consent requirements. The bill is currently in early legislative stages (House First/Second Reading).

Maddy summaryHB 2643 links landlord-tenant violations to consumer fraud enforcement in Arizona. It states that when a landlord breaks Chapter 10 of Arizona's landlord-tenant law (covering issues like security deposits or habitability), that violation is automatically considered a consumer fraud under state law. This means tenants could pursue remedies through Arizona's consumer fraud statutes (Title 44, Chapter 10, Article 7), which offer stronger enforcement tools like civil penalties and attorney fees. The bill directly affects landlords who violate tenant protections and tenants seeking legal recourse. (Note: The bill is in early stages, having received its first House reading on January 20, 2026.)

Maddy summaryHB 2582 clarifies the one-week waiting period requirement for Arizona unemployment benefits. It specifies that the waiting period does not count toward eligibility if the week occurs within the benefit year, if the claimant was already eligible for benefits that week, or if benefits were already paid for that week. This affects unemployed Arizonans claiming benefits under the state's unemployment compensation program. The bill amends eligibility rules (Section 23-771) to make the waiting period conditions clearer, without changing the one-week requirement itself. The change aims to reduce confusion for claimants and administrative processing.

Maddy summaryHB 2646 establishes three fundamental rights for Arizona children: the right to maintain relationships with parents (including visitation during parental incarceration), access to confidential health care services (such as contraception, STI treatment, and mental health care without parental consent), and enrollment in public schools with in-person instruction. The bill requires any law affecting these rights to prioritize the child's best interest and be narrowly tailored to a compelling government interest. It specifically allows children to consent to certain health services independently and overrides parental direction regarding public school enrollment. The law applies directly to Arizona children and their parents or legal guardians.

Maddy summaryHB 2715 repeals Section 9-461.16 of Arizona's zoning code, which previously addressed specific municipal planning procedures. This bill does not alter the main zoning regulations found in Section 9-462.01 (which governs land use, building standards, and special districts like historical or age-restricted zones). Municipalities will continue to operate under the existing zoning framework, as this repeal only removes one specific section from the statutes. The bill directly affects local governments that implement zoning ordinances but does not change how communities regulate housing or land use.

Maddy summaryHB 2719 creates a new "Community College Access and Success Special Plate" program for Arizona vehicle owners. To obtain these plates, individuals must pay a one-time $32,000 fee to the Department of Transportation (with plate design approval), plus a $25 annual fee. Of the $25 fee, $17 annually funds a dedicated "Community College Access and Success Special Plate Fund" supporting community college programs, while $8 covers administration. This directly affects vehicle owners who choose to purchase these plates, with the funds benefiting Arizona's community college system through the new dedicated fund.

Maddy summaryHB 2710 updates Arizona's eviction rules by clarifying when landlords can legally terminate leases. It requires landlords to give tenants 10 days to fix most lease violations (like unpaid rent) or 5 days for health/safety issues, but allows immediate eviction for serious, irreparable breaches like violent crimes, drug activity, or property destruction. Crucially, for tenants who have lived in a unit 12+ months, landlords must either waive one month’s rent or provide relocation assistance when terminating for reasons like nonpayment, lease breaches, or the landlord moving in. The bill also specifies that tenants are responsible for guests’ lease violations they could reasonably prevent.

Maddy summaryHB 2713 amends Arizona law to treat violations by landlords in mobile home parks and RV parks as consumer fraud. It deems such violations as breaches of the state's consumer fraud statute (Title 44, Chapter 10, Article 7), making them subject to enforcement under that law. This means landlords who break rules for mobile homes or RVs could face penalties like fines or remedies under consumer fraud protections. The bill directly affects mobile home and RV park landlords by expanding enforcement tools without changing existing rental regulations. It does not create new rules but links violations to an established consumer protection mechanism.

Maddy summaryHB 2390 requires court approval for contracts involving unemancipated minors (under 18) working in artistic or creative roles like acting, music, or online content creation. It mandates that 15% of a minor’s gross earnings be placed into a trust account managed by a parent or guardian (unless the court appoints another trustee), with employers depositing these funds within 15 business days. The bill also requires employers to provide documentation to financial institutions and establishes annual accounting requirements for the trust. This applies to all minors in the entertainment industry who enter contracts for artistic services, directly affecting minors, their parents/guardians, and their employers.

Maddy summaryHB 2699 prohibits Arizona state and local government agencies from requiring contractors on public works projects to pay prevailing wages or enter specific labor agreements. It specifically blocks requirements for project labor agreements, neutrality agreements with unions, and participation in federally registered apprenticeship programs as conditions for public construction contracts. The law applies to contracts involving public building construction, repair, or improvement, affecting both contractors and government agencies awarding such projects. It does not impact private contracts or activities protected under federal labor law.