Rep. Michael Way

Maddy summaryHR 2006 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Arizona House of Representatives honoring Yvonne Glee Lime Fedderson, who died on January 23, 2026. The resolution expresses the House's sympathy to her family and admirers while recognizing her founding role in Childhelp and her decades of work advancing child welfare programs, including establishing the first national child abuse hotline and advocacy centers. It directs the Secretary of State to transmit copies of the resolution to her family and Childhelp organization. As a non-binding commemorative measure, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.

Maddy summaryHB 4082 proposes that social media platforms in Arizona must restrict users under 16 from accessing content and engaging in social interactions. The bill requires platforms to implement age-appropriate design features, default safety settings, and annual risk assessments to address potential harms to minors. Platforms must also publish safety policies detailing risk categories and mitigation strategies, while maintaining compliance records for three years. This legislation directly affects social media companies operating in Arizona, mandating specific safety measures without restricting business transactions or advertising.

Maddy summaryHB 2448 prohibits Arizona's Department of Economic Security from seeking, accepting, or renewing federal waivers that would exempt able-bodied adults without dependents from SNAP work requirements unless explicitly authorized by state law. It also blocks the state from granting exemptions from these work requirements without specific legislative approval. The bill directly affects SNAP recipients who might otherwise qualify for work requirement exemptions under federal rules. This is a procedural measure restricting state authority to bypass federal SNAP rules without clear legislative direction.

Maddy summaryArizona's HB 2442 requires able-bodied adults under 60 receiving SNAP benefits to join a state-mandated employment and training program, unless they qualify for specific exemptions. The bill directly affects SNAP recipients who are not exempt, such as those not working 30+ hours weekly, not caring for young children, or not enrolled full-time in school. Key exemptions include being a full-time student, caring for a child under six, participating in addiction treatment, or already working 30+ hours per week. This aligns with federal SNAP work requirements but sets Arizona-specific implementation rules for the program.

Maddy summaryHB 2588 prohibits Arizona municipalities from requiring homeowner associations for subdivisions or mandating perimeter features like gates, walls, or fences. It also bans local governments from restricting single-family home designs, including colors, roof styles, window placement, or outdoor features like patios. The bill applies to new planned communities established after its effective date and exempts historical districts, tribal lands, and requirements for building codes, fire safety, and utility plans. Developers and homeowners directly benefit from reduced municipal control over community structure and home aesthetics. The law aims to limit local government overreach in housing development and design choices.

Maddy summaryThis constitutional amendment (HCR 2046) would change Arizona's rules for managing state trust lands, which fund public schools and other beneficiaries. It allows the state to mortgage or encumber trust lands (e.g., for infrastructure projects) but requires most sales or leases to occur via public auction with specific advertising rules, while exempting short-term grazing, mineral, and oil/gas leases. The commissioner must act in the "financial best interest" of beneficiaries, considering long-term returns - not just the highest bid - and may improve land value before selling to boost future income.

Maddy summaryHB 2954 establishes a State Land Advisory Board within Arizona's Department of State Land to advise the state land commissioner on managing state lands. The board, composed of 9 members (5 appointed by the governor, 2 by the Senate president, and 2 by the House speaker), provides recommendations on selling, leasing, and enhancing state land value. It meets quarterly to discuss department activities and must be provided all necessary information by the department. The bill does not change land management policies but adds a formal advisory body to support the commissioner's fiduciary duties to maximize value for state land trust beneficiaries.

Maddy summaryHB 2920 requires app stores operating in Arizona to verify the age of users creating accounts and link accounts of minors (under 18, excluding married/emancipated individuals) to verified parent accounts. App stores must obtain parental permission before minors can download apps, make purchases, or access in-app purchases, and re-verify consent after significant app changes like new ads or in-app purchases. The bill mandates that app stores provide clear disclosures about age ratings, data collection, and privacy practices to parents before granting permission. It directly affects app store providers, minors under 18, and their parents within Arizona, with exemptions for preinstalled apps and core device functions.

Maddy summaryHCR 2027 would change Arizona's rules for determining in-state tuition eligibility at public universities and community colleges. To qualify as an in-state student for tuition purposes starting July 1, 2027, students must have completed at least two years of K-12 education in Arizona (in public, private, or homeschool settings, or via an Arizona scholarship program), graduated from an Arizona high school or earned an Arizona high school equivalency diploma, and be a U.S. citizen, legal resident, or hold lawful immigration status. Community colleges would be required to deny in-state tuition rates to students who do not meet these new criteria. The bill is a voter-approved measure, currently awaiting approval in the next general election.

Maddy summaryHB 2587 requires Arizona internet service providers (ISPs) to offer subscribers a free, voluntary option to block access to adult content websites. The blocking feature must be user-initiated (not default), easily accessible through account portals, and use accurate filtering methods with error correction. It prohibits ISPs from collecting personal data about subscribers' blocking choices and exempts news, educational content, and constitutionally protected material. Non-compliant ISPs face civil penalties up to $5,000 per violation, with enforcement handled by the Arizona Attorney General.