Rep. Rachel Keshel

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 requires public universities in Arizona to post specific details for every course before classes start. Affected institutions must display the course title, a comprehensive list of required materials, and the instructor's resume along with their published works on course websites and directories. The law mandates that syllabi include publication details or links for all resources, such as books, articles, and videos, that students will review. If a university fails to meet these posting requirements, it is prohibited from listing the course online or allowing students to enroll in it. The Arizona Board of Regents is tasked with creating policies to enforce these new transparency rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the Arizona State Bar and the Arizona Supreme Court from disciplining or revoking an attorney's license if they bring a good faith, nonfrivolous legal claim to court. It asserts that such litigation is protected political speech and prevents these bodies from using attorney discipline to infringe on these rights. The law also establishes financial penalties for violations, imposing a fine equal to ten percent of the State Bar's licensing fees or the Supreme Court's prior budget if they enforce discipline in violation of the statute.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Arizona Revised Statutes to grant the Arizona Board of Regents expanded authority to set tuition rates and fees for public universities. It establishes a new rule that undergraduate students who complete at least 145 credit hours will face higher tuition rates, while also creating specific exceptions for transfer students, those pursuing multiple degrees, and veterans. The legislation requires the Board to hold public hearings before approving tuition increases and mandates that revenue from these higher fees be kept in separate accounts for each university rather than being used to support alumni associations. Additionally, the bill clarifies the definition of a veteran for admission purposes and ensures that prior failing grades do not disqualify them from guaranteed admission policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Arizona Revised Statutes to clarify and expand the administrative powers of the Arizona Board of Regents over the state's universities. It allows the board to formally delegate specific governance and operational authority to university presidents, committees, or other designated entities, while retaining the power to rescind these delegations at any time. The legislation also establishes new requirements for setting tuition and fees, including mandatory public hearings, advance notice of proposed increases, and a public roll-call vote on final decisions. Additionally, the bill updates policies regarding student admission, specifically ensuring fair access for veterans and students from public and charter schools, and clarifies how tuition revenue must be managed and reported.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes amending the Arizona Constitution to strictly prohibit the state and its political subdivisions from granting preferential treatment or discrimination based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin in public employment, education, and contracting. It explicitly bans requiring individuals to endorse diversity concepts like equity or inclusion as a condition of hiring or contracting and forbids considering race-based privilege in evaluations. While the measure allows for bona fide qualifications based on sex and actions necessary to maintain eligibility for federal programs, it restricts affirmative action plans to outreach efforts that do not alter application criteria or evaluation standards. The amendment also invalidates existing court orders or consent decrees that mandate racial discrimination and clarifies that remedies for violations apply equally regardless of the injured party's race.

Maddy summaryThis Arizona bill establishes a formal licensure system for anesthesiologist assistants, allowing them to legally practice under the supervision of a licensed anesthesiologist. To obtain a license, applicants must graduate from an accredited program, pass a national certification exam, and pay required fees, with licenses valid for two years. The law defines the specific medical tasks these assistants can perform, such as developing anesthesia care plans, evaluating patients, and administering medications, while ensuring a supervising anesthesiologist remains immediately available to intervene if necessary.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a new law requiring state agencies to submit any rule expected to cost over $100,000 annually to the Office of Economic Opportunity for review. If the office determines the rule will cost more than $500,000, the rule cannot take effect unless the Legislature explicitly approves it through new legislation. The bill also allows regulated individuals and legislators to request these cost reviews and requires agencies to cancel such rules if the Legislature does not act within the current session. This process applies to most rules but excludes emergency rules and those issued by the Corporation Commission.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Arizona laws to update the powers and duties of the state board overseeing professional registrations, such as engineers and architects, while also repealing an outdated statute. The changes clarify that the board can only take disciplinary action against a professional if the person filing the complaint has a substantial connection to the individual being accused. Additionally, the bill sets new requirements for home inspector certification, including mandatory errors and omissions insurance or a financial bond, and establishes automatic suspension or revocation of a home inspector's license if they fail to maintain this financial assurance.