Rep. Teresa Martinez

Maddy summaryHB 2728 amends Arizona's DUI law to allow judges to suspend most of a 10-day jail sentence for DUI convictions if the defendant completes a court-ordered alcohol or drug treatment program. This alternative treatment option directly affects individuals convicted of DUI under Arizona Revised Statutes §28-1381, offering a path to reduced incarceration through mandated screening, education, or therapy. The bill maintains existing penalties like $250 fines, $500 assessments for prison and public safety funds, and ignition interlock device requirements, but permits judges to suspend all but one day of the mandatory jail term upon successful program completion. The law applies to standard DUI cases (not commercial vehicle or ride-share driver offenses) and became effective after being signed by the governor in May 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 2281 establishes Arizona's "Turquoise Alert" system to quickly respond to missing persons cases. It requires the state department to issue alerts when law enforcement confirms a missing person under 65 is in danger due to suspicious circumstances, after exhausting local resources. The alert system shares critical recovery information with the public and other notification entities. This directly affects missing persons under 65 with unexplained or dangerous situations, including members of federally recognized tribes as defined by the bill.

Maddy summaryHB 2742 streamlines the process for requesting court-ordered mental health evaluations in Arizona. It requires standardized application forms with specific details about the person needing evaluation (including behavioral evidence, treatment history, and witness information), and mandates that screening agencies process applications within 48 hours. The bill explicitly protects individuals receiving treatment through recognized religious practices from involuntary evaluation unless a court determines they pose a danger to self or others. This affects individuals with serious mental health concerns who are unwilling or unable to seek voluntary care, as well as healthcare providers, law enforcement, and courts handling such cases.

Maddy summarySB 1064 establishes security requirements for voting equipment in Arizona elections, prohibiting internet access, remote connectivity, and unauthorized data access in all voting machines, tabulating devices, and counting center equipment. The bill mandates tamper-proof seals on accessible ports, detailed chain-of-custody logs for equipment handling, and nonstop video recording at counting centers that must be posted online. Violations of these rules are classified as class 1 misdemeanors. These provisions apply to all voting equipment used in federal, state, and county elections, aiming to prevent tampering and ensure election integrity.

Maddy summaryHB 2380 establishes the Arizona Rare Disease Advisory Council within the state department to address the needs of Arizonans with rare diseases. The council, composed of 16 diverse members including patients, caregivers, healthcare providers, researchers, insurers, and industry representatives, will conduct public hearings, research barriers like high treatment costs and insurance coverage gaps, and develop policy recommendations. It must submit annual reports to the governor and legislature by December 1st, detailing its work and suggesting improvements to healthcare access, diagnostics, and coverage for rare disease patients. This council directly serves Arizona residents living with rare diseases, their caregivers, and healthcare providers seeking better treatment options and system support.

Maddy summarySB 1107 continues Arizona's Motorcycle Safety Fund through June 30, 2025. It requires the Department of Transportation to deposit $1 from each motorcycle registration fee into the fund, which is administered by the governor's office of highway safety. Funds must be used exclusively for voluntary motorcycle safety programs, including education, training, awareness, and related materials. The bill prohibits using these funds for general state operations or the general fund. This continuation ensures ongoing support for motorcycle safety initiatives without altering existing fee structures or program requirements.

Maddy summaryHCR 2049 is a symbolic resolution passed by Arizona's legislature, not a binding law. It asserts Arizona's sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment by declaring the state will not use state personnel or funds to enforce federal laws or programs deemed unconstitutional by Arizona. The resolution demands the federal government cease "commandeering" state actions and prohibits Arizona from complying with federal mandates that courts have ruled unconstitutionally coercive. It serves as a formal statement sent to federal officials, emphasizing Arizona's position but having no legal effect on federal law or enforcement.

Maddy summaryHB 2099 requires Arizona cities, towns, and counties to enforce, administer, and cooperate with federal immigration enforcement actions. It also adds a similar duty for the governor to work with federal immigration authorities. The law would expire on January 19, 2029, and does not create new immigration enforcement powers but mandates state/local coordination with federal programs. The bill was passed by the legislature in April 2025 but vetoed by the governor on May 2, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 2340 amends Arizona's first-degree murder statute to specifically classify killing a law enforcement officer "in the line of duty" during the commission of certain serious felonies as first-degree murder. This directly affects law enforcement officers and individuals who commit violent crimes like robbery, kidnapping, or drug offenses involving minors while causing officer deaths. The key provision (subsection A, paragraph 3) adds this scenario to existing first-degree murder classifications, mandating punishment of death or natural life imprisonment for offenders aged 18 or older. The bill does not change the definition of "law enforcement officer" but specifies this penalty applies when an officer dies during the commission of the enumerated crimes.

Maddy summarySB 1066 prohibits the transfer of land in Arizona to foreign entities identified as hostile to the United States by U.S. intelligence assessments (specifically, countries listed in the three most recent annual threat assessments by the U.S. Director of National Intelligence). It requires real estate professionals and land sellers to collect and submit valid identification for buyers, including business names and addresses for non-individual entities. The bill defines "foreign entity that is hostile" as foreign governments, state-controlled enterprises, or their agents, and specifies valid identification as government-issued IDs, driver’s licenses, or tribal identification. The measure was passed by the Arizona legislature in April 2025 but vetoed by the governor.