Rep. Mariana Sandoval

Maddy summaryThis bill limits rental application fees in Arizona by prohibiting landlords from charging more than one fee per tenant application. Landlords cannot charge additional fees for property visits before or after submitting an application. The law directly affects renters seeking housing and landlords who rent residential properties in Arizona. It sets a clear maximum fee structure to prevent multiple charges for the same application process.

Maddy summaryHB 2619 prohibits most private possession, sale, or transfer of assault weapons and large-capacity magazines (holding more than 10 rounds) in Arizona. It requires current owners of such weapons to register them within 90 days of the law's effective date, surrender them, render them inoperable, or remove them from the state. Registered owners must store weapons securely, undergo annual background checks, and face strict usage rules (e.g., only on owned property or licensed ranges). Violations carry fines starting at $750 for first offenses, escalating to felony penalties for repeat or other violations, with exemptions for law enforcement and military personnel.

Maddy summaryArizona's HB 2622 increases penalties for political committees and parties that miss campaign finance filing deadlines. It raises late filing fines to $20 per day for the first 15 days and $50 per day after, accruing until reports are submitted. Committees failing to file three consecutive reports face temporary suspension of operating authority, with permanent suspension if they don't comply within 30 days of a suspension notice. The bill directly affects campaign finance committees and political parties by imposing stricter financial penalties and operational consequences for repeated late filings.

Maddy summaryThis Arizona bill requires employers with 50+ employees to grant up to 16 hours per school year for school conferences or activities involving an employee's child. Employees must have worked at least six months, exhausted other leave types (except sick leave), and work at least half-time to qualify. Employers aren't required to pay for this time off and may deny requests if over 5% of staff request it simultaneously. The law applies to all public and private K-12 schools in Arizona and covers biological, adopted, foster, and stepchildren.

Maddy summarySB 1183 amends Arizona landlord-tenant laws to simplify service requirements for eviction lawsuits. It requires landlords to electronically submit a photo of posted notices (with embedded time/date stamps) when serving tenants via posting, instead of relying on traditional methods. The bill also sets strict timelines: for "material breach" cases, trials must occur within three days of filing, and courts must issue restitution orders within 12-24 hours if a breach is proven. These changes directly affect landlords initiating evictions and tenants receiving notices, ensuring clearer, faster notice processes while removing mandatory form requirements for court filings.

Maddy summaryHB 2476 sets aside $100 million from Arizona's general fund for the water conservation grant fund during fiscal year 2025-2026. This funding supports local projects that reduce water waste, such as upgrading infrastructure or promoting efficient irrigation practices. It directly benefits municipalities, water districts, and other entities applying for these grants under Arizona law. The bill provides concrete financial resources for water conservation initiatives without creating new regulations.

Maddy summaryHB 2495 amends Arizona law to establish standards for online schools and instruction. It requires new online schools to operate under probationary status for three years, demonstrating improved student academic performance before becoming permanent. The bill mandates daily time tracking for online students, sets specific curriculum and safety standards for online programs, and adjusts funding to 95% of base support for full-time online students (compared to traditional schools). These provisions directly affect Arizona online schools, their students, and school districts managing online enrollment. The bill does not relate to full-day kindergarten as the title suggests.

Maddy summarySB 1188 bans price hikes of 25% or more for essential goods and services (like food, medicine, or utilities) during declared emergencies when market disruptions occur - such as natural disasters, power outages, or civil unrest. It applies to all sellers in the supply chain, from manufacturers to retailers, and requires the attorney general to enforce the rule. Violations are classified as misdemeanors, with intentional violations carrying harsher penalties. The law only takes effect when a governor declares a state of emergency for the disruption.

Maddy summarySB 1209 requires corporations and limited liability companies (LLCs) to register with Arizona’s Corporation Commission before purchasing single-family homes, and mandates that county recorders cannot record deeds without proof of registration matching the deed’s owner name. It limits corporate ownership to no more than 5% of a county’s single-family homes (or 100 units annually in counties with 400,000+ residents) and requires deeds to state the property is not a primary residence. Exceptions apply to entities owning fewer than ten homes statewide and internal transfers within a corporation or LLC. The bill aims to regulate corporate real estate activity while exempting smaller-scale owners from the restrictions.

Maddy summaryHB 2445 modifies Arizona's tax deed sale process to prioritize affordable housing. It allows counties, cities, towns, or special districts to purchase tax-deeded properties (land seized for unpaid taxes) for low-income housing projects, provided the housing meets HUD standards and includes a 30-year covenant requiring continued affordability. This directly affects local governments seeking to develop or acquire land for affordable housing, as it permits them to buy such properties without public auction and sell/lease them below market value while maintaining long-term affordability. The bill does not change tax collection or general sale procedures but creates a specific pathway for affordable housing development using tax-foreclosed land.