Rep. Lupe Diaz

Maddy summaryHB 2895 requires cities, counties, school districts, and state agencies in Arizona to publicly post task order contracts (for ongoing services or supplies) on their websites. It mandates that contracts must include the total dollar amount, contractor name, service description, and contract length - these items cannot be redacted. Contractors may redact personal or proprietary information beyond these four required details. The bill was passed by the legislature in May 2025 but was vetoed by the Governor on May 13, 2025, preventing it from becoming law.

Maddy summaryHB 2730 requires fingerprinting and criminal history checks for all employees, contractors, volunteers, and visitors with direct contact (unsupervised or supervised) with "committed youth" in Arizona's secure care facilities under state jurisdiction. It mandates these checks within 7-10 days of hire or contact, conditioning employment and facility access on clearance. Individuals with certain disqualifying offenses - including sexual abuse, murder, violent crimes, drug trafficking, or child exploitation - face immediate termination from roles involving direct youth contact, though "good cause" exceptions may apply. Contracts with service providers can be canceled if these requirements aren't met, aiming to enhance safety for youth in state custody.

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 summaryHB 2222 requires Arizona cities, towns, and counties to submit detailed reports for settlement agreements exceeding $500,000, and to seek legislative committee review for agreements over $1 million. Specifically, local governments must provide the governor, legislature, and attorney general with settlement terms, funding sources, and circumstances at least 90 days before finalizing such agreements. If a local government skips the $1 million review process, the settlement becomes unenforceable. The bill defines "settlement agreement" broadly but excludes construction disputes, permit issues, personal injury claims, and workers' compensation settlements from these requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 2221 prohibits Arizona cities and towns from reducing their annual police department budgets below the previous year's level. If a city or town cuts police funding, it must notify the state treasurer, triggering the withholding of state shared funds equal to the cut amount until the budget is restored. Exceptions allow budget reductions only during financial hardship (with city-wide cuts first), population decline, or if temporary increases were reversed. The bill, passed by the legislature in May 2025 but vetoed by the governor, declares police funding a statewide concern affecting public safety.

Maddy summaryHB 2092 requires sellers of five or fewer land parcels (not subdivided) in unincorporated Arizona counties to provide buyers with a written disclosure affidavit at least seven days before closing. The affidavit must detail critical property conditions like access, flood zones, water sources, septic systems, and utility services in plain language. Buyers gain a five-day window to cancel the sale if they receive the affidavit, and sellers cannot waive liability for omissions in the disclosure. The bill was passed by the legislature in May 2025 but vetoed by the governor on May 12, 2025.

Maddy summaryHCR 2045 is a symbolic resolution honoring Arizona's law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency responders, and volunteers - including the Arizona Rangers - for their service. It expresses the legislature's gratitude for their daily risks, historical contributions, and community support, recognizing both career and volunteer personnel. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes; it merely acknowledges their role through formal recognition. This is a ceremonial gesture, not a bill creating new laws or altering existing ones.

Maddy summaryHCR 2046 is a non-binding resolution passed by the Arizona legislature, not a bill with legal effect. It identifies overgrown forests and invasive salt cedar (tamarisk) trees as significant causes of water loss in the Colorado River watershed, citing that salt cedar alone consumes approximately 672 acre-feet of water per acre annually. The resolution calls on state and federal leaders to acknowledge these issues and prioritize funding for salt cedar eradication and forest management to increase water availability. It urges Congress to allocate resources for these efforts, directing Arizona officials to send the resolution to federal authorities.

Maddy summaryHCR 2044 is a non-binding resolution passed by Arizona's legislature affirming the state's mineral resources (including copper, uranium, and others) as critical to national security, economic growth, and the transition to green energy. It calls on federal and state governments to streamline mining permitting, support domestic production, and reduce reliance on foreign mineral imports. The resolution does not create new laws but formally expresses legislative support for policies fostering Arizona's mining industry and a domestic supply chain for critical minerals. It directly addresses government agencies and policymakers, not specific businesses or residents.

Maddy summaryHCR 2051 is a symbolic resolution (not a law) passed by Arizona's legislature to formally declare its intent to protect Yuma agriculture and Arizona's Colorado River water rights. It highlights Yuma's unique role as the source of 90% of North America's leafy greens during winter, its $4.2 billion economic contribution, and its status as the most water-efficient agricultural area in the Colorado River basin. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as a public statement of legislative support. It directly affects Arizona's water policy discussions and Yuma's agricultural interests by affirming their national significance. This resolution was adopted by both chambers and transmitted to the Secretary of State on May 6, 2025.