Rep. Julie Willoughby

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a referendum to ban foreign governments and non-governmental sources from donating money or services to Arizona election administration or ballot measure campaigns. It requires vendors and service providers to submit sworn certifications confirming they have not accepted such foreign contributions, with annual updates and quarterly reporting to the Secretary of State. Violations of these rules could result in the invalidation of contracts, misdemeanor charges, and civil lawsuits allowing private citizens to seek damages and injunctions. The legislation explicitly excludes federally recognized sovereign tribal nations from the definition of foreign sources.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to declare drug cartels as terrorist organizations within Arizona state law. It directs the Department of Homeland Security to take all actions within its authority to address the threat posed by these groups. The legislation defines a drug cartel as an association involved in human smuggling, drug trafficking for profit, or acts of terrorism, and defines a threat as anything harming individual rights or public safety. If approved by voters, this change would formally categorize drug cartels alongside terrorist organizations for legal and enforcement purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends an Arizona statute to clarify the conditions under which the state authority can issue revenue bonds for building transmission lines and related facilities. The change specifies that the authority may use this financing method only when other funding options are deemed inadequate or insufficient for the project. By updating the legal text, the legislation ensures the authority has clear guidance on when to pursue bond issuance independently or alongside other plans. The bill does not create new programs or alter existing funding levels but serves as a technical correction to the current law.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends an existing Arizona statute to clarify that providers and contractors for the Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) are exempt from certain state insurance laws when delivering services under the program. By updating the legal text, the measure ensures that these specific healthcare providers operate without the usual insurance code requirements applicable to other entities. The change directly affects organizations contracted by the state to deliver long-term care services, removing potential regulatory barriers related to insurance compliance.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes new criminal penalties for drug-related activities within designated areas around homeless shelters and service facilities in Arizona. It makes it a felony with increased sentencing for selling drugs in these zones and a misdemeanor for operators of state-funded homeless services who allow drug use on their premises. Additionally, the law requires these facilities to post permanent signs identifying their grounds as drug-free zones. The legislation also mandates that convicted individuals pay a fine of at least $2,000 or three times the value of the drugs involved, whichever is higher, without the possibility of suspending the fine.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires dental business entities in Arizona to register with the Dental Board and file annual applications detailing their services, leadership, and the dentists responsible for care. To maintain registration, these entities must pay fees, notify the board of any changes within thirty days, and establish written protocols for securely storing and transferring patient records. The legislation also grants the board authority to impose civil penalties, suspend registrations, or issue cease-and-desist orders for violations, while explicitly excluding sole proprietorships and certain professional corporations from these requirements. Additionally, the bill prohibits individuals with revoked or surrendered dental licenses from holding a majority ownership interest in registered dental businesses.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Arizona law to clarify the criminal penalties for sexual conduct with minors under the age of eighteen. It establishes that such acts involving children under fifteen are class 2 felonies, while those involving teenagers aged fifteen or older are generally class 6 felonies. However, the law specifies that if the offender holds a position of trust over the minor, the offense is elevated to a class 2 felony with restrictions on receiving probation or sentence suspension. The legislation directly affects individuals accused of these crimes by defining their potential sentencing outcomes based on the victim's age and the offender's relationship to them.

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 specific dates for holding local elections in Arizona, including those for bond measures, to consolidate voting on a limited number of days. It mandates that most local elections, such as those for schools and special districts, occur on the second Tuesday in March, the third Tuesday in May, or the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November. The legislation also requires that bond election orders be published or posted at least fifteen to thirty days before the vote and sets a threshold of sixty percent voter approval for issuing tax-secured bonds. Additionally, the bill clarifies that bond election expenses must be paid from current operating funds rather than the bond proceeds themselves.

Maddy summaryThis Arizona bill mandates that cities with over 75,000 residents must allow homeowners to build attached and detached accessory dwelling units on their property. It sets specific rules for these units, such as limiting their size to 75% of the main home's area or 1,000 square feet, and requires them to be permitted without needing special approvals. The law also restricts local governments from imposing certain conditions, such as demanding familial relationships between owners and tenants, requiring extra parking, or forcing units to match the exterior design of the primary home. Additionally, the bill preempts local control over vacation rentals by prohibiting cities from banning them entirely, though it allows for basic health, safety, and zoning regulations.