Rep. Nick Kupper

Maddy summaryHB 2088 defines "legal tender" in Arizona to include gold and silver coins/bullion meeting specific purity standards (0.999 for both), alongside U.S. currency. It prohibits compelling others to use such precious metals for payments (only allowing voluntary adoption) and exempts all transactions involving this "specie" from state taxes like income, sales, or property taxes. The bill requires tax payments involving precious metals to be made in equivalent specie or legal tender, using real-time market rates from approved services, and directs the state treasurer to create valuation guidelines. This directly affects Arizona residents, businesses, and financial institutions engaging in transactions using gold or silver as payment.

Maddy summaryHB 2087 amends Arizona law to require certain heavy vehicles to use designated highway lanes when signs are posted. It applies specifically to trucks over 26,000 pounds (excluding passenger vehicles) and pole trailers weighing 6,000+ pounds. The bill mandates these vehicles must drive in designated lanes for safer traffic flow, and prohibits them from using the extreme left lane on divided highways with three or more lanes unless lanes are designated. These requirements only apply when official signs are present, and do not affect regular passenger vehicles.

Maddy summaryHB 2011 adds a tax subtraction for qualified adoption expenses in Arizona's individual income tax code. It allows taxpayers to reduce their taxable income by up to $3,000 (before 2026) or $5,000/$10,000 (after 2025, depending on filing status) for costs like legal fees, agency fees, counseling, and embryo adoption. The subtraction applies only in the year the adoption is finalized (or the legal transfer occurs for embryo adoption) and cannot exceed the specified annual limits. This directly affects Arizona residents who pay adoption costs and file state taxes. The bill amends Arizona Revised Statutes § 43-1022, specifically adding Section 12 for adoption-related expenses.

Maddy summaryHB 2005 prohibits health professionals and healthcare institutions in Arizona from denying care or providing substandard care based on a patient's vaccination status. The bill adds two new provisions: one making such discrimination an act of unprofessional conduct for health professionals (A.R.S. § 32-3230.03), and another banning healthcare facilities from adopting policies that permit this discrimination (A.R.S. § 36-420.06). It directly affects doctors, nurses, hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare providers by requiring them to provide equal care regardless of a patient's vaccination status. The bill is currently prefilled (2025-11-17) and would become law if passed. This is a policy change focused on preventing discrimination in healthcare access.

Maddy summaryArizona's HB 2004 creates a new "Family Support Tax Credit" for eligible residents with children. It provides up to $4,000 per qualifying child for married couples filing jointly (or $2,000 for single filers) when claiming the credit, with an additional $4,000 (or $2,000) if the parent completed a parenting course during pregnancy. The credit amount phases out for households earning more than 115% of the federal poverty level, reducing to 50% for incomes between 115%-130% of the poverty level. This credit applies to Arizona tax returns filed by legal residents meeting income thresholds, effective for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 2007 would allow human-use ivermectin to be sold without a prescription in Arizona. The bill directly affects pharmacies, retailers, and consumers who currently need a prescription to purchase human-formulated ivermectin. Its key provision removes the requirement for a prescription or health professional consultation for over-the-counter sale of human-use ivermectin. The bill does not change regulations for veterinary ivermectin or other prescription drugs. (Note: Bill is prefiled for 2025 and not yet enacted.)

Maddy summaryHB 2012 amends Arizona's vehicle registration fees to adjust charges for alternative fuel vehicles. It sets fees for vehicles running *exclusively* on alternative fuel (not motor vehicle fuel) at $85 multiplied by the ratio of motor fuel tax to $0.18, and for hybrid vehicles using both at $40 multiplied by the same ratio. This directly affects owners of alternative fuel vehicles (like electric or hydrogen-powered cars) by changing their annual registration fee calculation. The bill does not alter fees for conventional gasoline/diesel vehicles (still $8 annually) or other vehicle types. It is a technical adjustment to align registration fees with fuel tax rates, not a policy change on alternative fuels.

Maddy summaryHCR 2055 is a voter referendum (not enacted law) proposing that Arizona declare drug cartels "terrorist organizations" under state law and direct the Arizona Department of Homeland Security to address this threat. It defines "drug cartel" as groups engaging in human smuggling, drug trafficking, or terrorism, and states that this declaration does not affect asylum claims under federal law. The resolution cites voter-approved Proposition 314 and findings about border security concerns, including fentanyl trafficking and border crossings by individuals on terrorist watchlists. This measure failed to pass in the June 27, 2025, vote and did not become law.

Maddy summaryHCR 2013 is a proposed law requiring Arizona counties to verify voters' addresses before mailing early ballots and restricting foreign funding in election administration. It mandates that large counties (500,000+ population) require voters to confirm their address each election cycle via mail, phone, or online portal before receiving an early ballot, while smaller counties must do so every four years. The measure also prohibits government election administration from using funds from foreign governments or non-U.S. individuals, requiring vendors to certify annually they receive no such funds and imposing misdemeanor penalties for violations. This referendum failed to pass in June 2025 and would require voter approval to become law.

Maddy summaryHB 2374 enhances sentencing for individuals convicted of stalking, harassment, or assault when acting as agents of foreign governments or terrorist organizations to coerce people into actions like leaving the U.S. or restricting protected activities (e.g., free speech, religious practice). It also criminalizes foreign agents conducting unauthorized law enforcement activities (like surveillance) within Arizona, classifying violations as a class 2 felony. The bill mandates an annual training program for Arizona law enforcement on identifying transnational repression tactics, including digital surveillance and community-targeted threats. These provisions directly affect foreign government/terrorist agents operating in Arizona, local law enforcement, and residents potentially targeted by such repression. The law, signed by the governor on June 25, 2025, focuses on strengthening legal responses to cross-border intimidation campaigns.