Rep. Nancy Gutierrez

Maddy summaryThe bill title "HB 2746: abortion; providers; waiting period; ultrasound" does not match the provided bill text, which amends Arizona's nursing board regulations (Section 32-1606, A.R.S.). The text states the board lacks authority to decide scope of practice for abortion (referencing A.R.S. §36-2151) but contains no provisions about waiting periods, ultrasounds, or abortion access. Instead, it details the nursing board's powers, such as licensing, disciplinary actions, and program approvals. This appears to be a mislabeled bill; no concrete policy changes related to abortion are described in the text.

Maddy summaryHB 2360 restricts businesses from purchasing single-family homes in Arizona unless the property has been listed for sale for over 60 days or the asking price changes (which resets the clock). This law directly affects corporations or business entities seeking to buy residential properties. The key provision requires a mandatory 60-day market period before a business can purchase a single-family home, with price changes restarting the countdown. The bill aims to limit corporate buying in the residential housing market by creating a waiting period for such transactions.

Maddy summaryHB 2464 repeals Arizona's Section 36-2160, which previously restricted the mailing of abortion medication. This repeal removes a specific legal barrier that limited how such medication could be delivered via mail. The bill directly affects individuals seeking abortion care and healthcare providers who may use mail to distribute medication. It does not create new policy but eliminates an existing restriction on mailing abortion-related medication. The bill is currently at House First Reading (June 27, 2025).

Maddy summaryHCR 2032 is a proposed law that would exempt local regulations on short-term rentals (like Airbnb properties) from requiring "just compensation" if they reduce property value. It adds a specific exemption to Arizona’s land use law (Section 12-1134), stating that rules regulating vacation rentals or short-term rentals do not trigger owner claims for compensation under the law. This directly affects property owners in cities with short-term rental rules and local governments creating such regulations. The bill does not create new rental rules but changes the legal framework around compensation claims related to existing or future local ordinances. If passed, it would prevent owners from suing for payment when cities regulate short-term rentals.

Maddy summaryHB 2885 establishes Arizona empowerment scholarship accounts (ESAs) that provide state-funded education options for students. Parents can use these accounts to pay for tuition, textbooks, approved therapies, tutoring, online learning, educational technology, and other qualified educational expenses at participating schools. The bill requires parents to agree not to enroll their child in a public school while using the ESA (with limited exceptions) and prohibits combining ESAs with school tuition organization scholarships in the same year. It also mandates annual reviews for students with specific needs to continue receiving funds until age 22.

Maddy summaryHB 2558 prevents Arizona cities and towns from banning vacation rentals entirely and limits their ability to regulate them. It allows cities to impose population-based caps or total caps on the number of vacation rentals, and requires owners to obtain local permits, provide emergency contact details, notify nearby residents, and maintain liability insurance ($500,000 minimum). The bill also mandates cities issue permits within seven business days and prohibits denial for most reasons except incomplete applications, unpaid fees, or certain criminal histories. This directly affects property owners renting short-term accommodations and cities managing local housing regulations.

Maddy summaryHB 2677 allows Arizona middle school students (grades 6-8) to earn career and technical education (CTE) course credits that count toward both 8th-grade promotion and high school graduation. Schools offering these courses must partner with approved CTE providers, such as career districts, state-approved schools, or community colleges. They must report annually to the state on course offerings and student completions, with a final summary due by December 2028. The law applies only through the 2027-2028 school year and expires December 31, 2036.

Maddy summaryHB 2378 allows individuals previously convicted of juvenile offenses to apply for restored firearm rights after completing probation or juvenile corrections. It specifically requires a 25-year wait for those convicted of dangerous offenses (like arson or burglary), and a 2-year wait for other felonies after discharge. The bill streamlines the process by eliminating court filing fees and directing applications to juvenile or superior courts. This directly affects Arizona residents with past juvenile felony convictions seeking to regain firearm possession rights.

Maddy summaryHB 2585 amends Arizona law to clarify open enrollment options for tribal students living on federally recognized tribal land. It defines "resident transfer pupil" to include tribal students who can enroll in one of the three closest school districts (based on shortest distance to district boundaries), rather than only their home district. This specifically affects tribal students residing on reservation lands who seek enrollment outside their home school district. The bill establishes a clear, distance-based mechanism for selecting eligible districts, without changing general open enrollment rules for other students.

Maddy summaryHB 2213 allocates $3.8 million from Arizona's state general fund for fiscal year 2025-2026 to provide free school lunches to children meeting federal income eligibility requirements under the National School Lunch Program. The funding is directed to the Arizona Department of Education to cover existing federal program standards, directly benefiting low-income students in public schools. The bill specifies this appropriation should be treated as ongoing funding for future years, building on current federal guidelines. It does not change eligibility rules but provides state financial support for meals already covered under federal law.