Rep. Khyl Powell

Maddy summaryHB 2063 requires Arizona schools to provide parents or guardians with clear information about immunization requirements and exemptions when communicating about school health policies. It mandates that schools disclose exemption details (per §15-873) in all parent communications regarding immunizations. The bill allows students who have received at least one dose of required vaccines and have a physician-approved schedule for completing shots to attend school, but requires schools to review progress twice yearly and suspend students who miss scheduled doses without an exemption. The bill was passed by the legislature in April 2025 but was vetoed by the Governor on April 15, 2025, so it did not become law.

Maddy summaryHB 2058 would have expanded Arizona's school immunization exemption rules to allow students aged 18 and older to submit their own signed statement declining vaccines based on personal beliefs, instead of requiring parental consent. This change directly affects adult students (18+) in Arizona public schools who wish to opt out of required immunizations. The bill maintained existing requirements for medical exemptions (requiring physician certification) and kept the rule that students without immunization proof must stay home during disease outbreaks. However, the bill was vetoed by the governor on April 15, 2025, so it did not become law.

Maddy summaryHB 2062, the "Arizona Sex-based Terms Act," defines biological sex as strictly male or female at birth in state laws, administrative rules, and public policies. It specifies terms like "female" to mean individuals with natural reproductive systems producing ova and prohibits using gender identity as a substitute for biological sex. The bill requires single-sex environments (e.g., schools, shelters, sports) to be based on biological sex and mandates that state agencies collect vital statistics using only "male" or "female" categories. The bill was passed by the legislature in April 2025 but vetoed by the governor on April 15, 2025, so it did not become law.

Maddy summaryHB 2060 requires all Arizona elections for federal offices (like U.S. President, Congress, and Senate) to follow the same voter registration, citizenship, residency, and identification rules as state and local elections. It mandates that federal elections be conducted "in the same manner" as state elections under Arizona's existing election statutes. The bill directly affects how federal elections are administered in Arizona, aligning them with state election laws rather than federal standards. The bill passed the Arizona legislature in April 2025 but was vetoed by the governor on April 15, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a law) passed by Arizona lawmakers expressing support for the Palo Verde Generating Station nuclear power plant and nuclear energy. It highlights Palo Verde's role as Arizona's largest clean energy source, economic contributor ($2.3 billion impact), and employer (3,000+ jobs), while noting public support for nuclear power. The resolution has no legal effect but formally endorses continued nuclear energy use and directs the Secretary of State to send copies to federal officials. It does not create new policies, funding, or regulations.

Maddy summaryHB 2855 declares that drug cartels operating in Arizona are terrorist organizations under state law. It defines "drug cartel" to include groups involved in human smuggling, drug trafficking, or terrorism, and requires the Arizona Department of Homeland Security to address the threat they pose. The bill explicitly states this definition does not affect individuals' claims for asylum under federal law. This legislation aims to empower state agencies to combat border-related criminal activity, based on voter-approved findings about public safety concerns linked to transnational cartels.

Maddy summaryHB 2384 requires Arizona insurers to use wildfire risk modeling for fire insurance policies in cities and towns with fewer than 150,000 residents. It mandates that insurers base premiums on community-level wildfire mitigation efforts, specifically rewarding properties in "Firewise USA Site" communities that have implemented proven safety measures. This policy change directly affects homeowners in smaller Arizona communities and insurers operating there, shifting how wildfire risk is assessed from individual properties to community-wide safety programs. The law aims to incentivize community-wide wildfire preparedness by offering lower insurance rates to areas with certified mitigation efforts.

Maddy summaryHB 2725 requires Arizona public schools to display U.S. flags (made in the U.S.) and provide Constitution/Bill of Rights copies (also U.S.-made) in classrooms for grades 7-12, and to set aside time daily for students to recite the Pledge of Allegiance. Schools must notify parents if a student skips the Pledge during this designated time. The bill also mandates a 1-2 minute daily moment of silence at the start of each school day for all grades (K-12), with teachers encouraged to discuss its use with parents but not suggesting specific reflections. Private schools, parochial schools, and homeschools are exempt from these requirements.

Maddy summaryArizona's HB 2681 establishes requirements for physicians prescribing medication abortions. It mandates in-person examinations, pregnancy verification, Rh blood testing, and disclosure of physical/psychological side effects (including bleeding and seeing pregnancy tissue) before providing abortion-inducing drugs. Physicians must also schedule a 7-14 day follow-up visit to confirm the abortion is complete, document efforts to ensure the visit occurs, and provide the patient with the contact information of an associated physician for complications. The bill prohibits mailing or delivering abortion drugs via courier and creates civil liability for violations, allowing patients to seek $5,000 statutory damages plus medical costs and attorney fees. It explicitly states this law does not create a right to abortion or make unlawful abortions legal.

Maddy summaryHCR 2042 proposes amending Arizona's constitution to prohibit state governments from granting preferential treatment or discrimination based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin in public employment, education, or contracting. It specifically bans requiring individuals to endorse race-based policies, discuss personal race/ethnicity, or participate in training promoting "diversity, equity and inclusion" beyond equal protection under federal law. The amendment would restrict public funding for offices promoting race-based policies and prohibit differential treatment in hiring, admissions, or contracting decisions. If approved by voters, it would take effect on December 14, 2010, applying only to state actions after that date.