Rep. Khyl Powell

Maddy summaryHB 2771 requires individuals on community supervision (probation) in Arizona to pay a $65 monthly fee unless they demonstrate inability to pay. Seventy percent of these fees fund victim compensation programs, while 30% supports community corrections services. The bill also allows charging probationers for actual costs of drug testing or rehabilitation programs, with collected funds limited to covering those specific program expenses. It directly affects people under probation supervision by creating new financial obligations tied to supervision and treatment services.

Maddy summaryHB 2957 is a definitions bill that amends Arizona's driver license statutes by clarifying terms like "autonomous vehicle," "automated driving system," and "electric bicycle." It does not create new restrictions or requirements but establishes standardized definitions for future legislative or regulatory use. The bill directly affects how Arizona law will interpret these terms in upcoming transportation rules, including those related to self-driving cars and e-bikes. This procedural update has no immediate impact on current driver licensing or vehicle operation.

Maddy summaryHB 2041 amends Arizona's definitions related to child neglect and abuse in Section 8-201 of the Revised Statutes. It clarifies terms like "abandoned," "abuse" (including specific offenses), "dependent child," and "custodian" without creating new financial provisions or exceptions. The bill focuses on defining legal terms for child welfare cases, such as specifying what constitutes emotional harm or physical injury requiring intervention. It does not directly affect financial resources or create new programs for families. This is a definitional amendment, not a policy change, and the bill is currently in early legislative stages.

Maddy summaryHB 2086 prohibits Arizona state and local governments, as well as businesses, from requiring residents to wear masks or receive COVID-19 vaccinations (or variants) for entry or employment. The bill specifically bans mask mandates except for pre-existing workplace safety measures and prohibits vaccination requirements for COVID-19, with exceptions for government-owned healthcare facilities. It applies to all state/local government entities using tax revenues and businesses operating in Arizona, removing existing mandates without creating new requirements. The law directly affects residents, businesses, and government operations by eliminating these specific public health measures.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (HCR 2063), not a substantive bill. It honors Yvonne Glee Lime Fedderson, founder of Childhelp and a global humanitarian dedicated to child welfare, following her death on January 23, 2026. The resolution expresses the Arizona Legislature's sympathy to her family and admirers, and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to her family and Childhelp. It has no policy provisions or impact on legislation.

Maddy summaryHB 2772 allows Arizona drivers and nonoperating ID license holders to indicate on their license whether they have a medical condition (using a medical code) or a prehospital medical care directive (a document refusing CPR in cardiac/respiratory arrest). License holders can add a medical code by providing a doctor's note, but the code is only printed on the license - not stored in state records - unless requested. For prehospital directives, an orange symbol on the license signifies a valid, state-compliant "Do Not Resuscitate" document (printed on orange paper with specific wording), and emergency responders are immune from liability when acting on this symbol. This bill directly affects Arizonans with specific medical conditions or end-of-life care preferences, making it easier for first responders to quickly identify their resuscitation wishes.

Maddy summaryHB 2946 regulates how Arizona cities and towns can charge development fees for new construction projects. It requires fees to be calculated based on infrastructure plans, limited to actual costs of new public services (like roads or utilities), and prohibits using fees for general operations, maintenance, or upgrades to existing infrastructure. Fees must be placed in a separate fund and used only for the specific infrastructure they cover in the same service area. Developers can choose to pay fees at construction permit issuance or within 15 days of occupancy, with security required for deferred payments.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution honoring Louis Gasper, a former public servant and academic who recently passed away. It expresses the legislature's sincere regret for his death and extends condolences to his family and friends. The document does not change any laws or policies but serves as a formal acknowledgment of his life and contributions.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the Arizona Legislature's sincere regret and deepest condolences regarding the death of former Senate Majority Leader Alfredo Gutierrez. It formally acknowledges his life of public service, highlighting his advocacy for civil rights, education, and immigrant communities, as well as his significant legislative achievements such as establishing the Arizona Department of Transportation and expanding Medicaid. The bill does not enact new laws or policies but serves as a commemorative gesture to honor his legacy and offer support to his surviving family members.

Maddy summaryHCR 2047 is a symbolic Arizona legislative resolution recognizing the historical and biblical significance of "Judea and Samaria" as the ancestral homeland of the Jewish people. It formally rejects the term "West Bank" as a political construct and mandates that Arizona state government use "Judea and Samaria" in all official communications and documents regarding the territory. The resolution cites biblical references, historical claims, and legal arguments (including the San Remo Resolution and League of Nations Mandate) to support its position. As a concurrent resolution, it has no legal effect on international borders or U.S. policy but reflects Arizona's official stance on terminology. It does not alter any existing laws or policies related to the region.