Rep. Quantá Crews

Maddy summaryHB 2373 allows Arizona taxpayers to voluntarily contribute a portion of their income tax refund to a veterans' fund via their tax return. The bill creates a new provision (43-623) enabling this donation, which the Department of Revenue will transfer to the Veterans' Donations Fund. This fund includes specific subaccounts: one for the Enduring Freedom Memorial (via section 28-2431), another for women veterans' services (via section 28-2447), and two for military family scholarships (via sections 28-2454 and 28-2470.10). The bill directly affects taxpayers who choose to donate, veterans' service organizations (501(c)(19) qualified), and the Departments of Veterans Services and Revenue.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HCR 2064) expressing the Arizona Legislature's condolences upon the passing of former state legislator Barbara Leff. It honors her 1996-2006 service representing Paradise Valley, her work on HMO reform and economic development, and her contributions to voter information systems. The resolution extends sympathy to her surviving family members (husband, children, grandchildren) and acknowledges her community leadership. It has no policy impact or legislative effect beyond this expression of respect.

Maddy summaryHR 2006 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Arizona House of Representatives honoring Yvonne Glee Lime Fedderson, who died on January 23, 2026. The resolution expresses the House's sympathy to her family and admirers while recognizing her founding role in Childhelp and her decades of work advancing child welfare programs, including establishing the first national child abuse hotline and advocacy centers. It directs the Secretary of State to transmit copies of the resolution to her family and Childhelp organization. As a non-binding commemorative measure, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.

Maddy summaryHB 4127 amends Arizona Revised Statutes §12-284 to update court filing fees for various case types. It establishes specific fee categories, such as $188 for initial civil case filings and $149 for domestic relations cases (including divorce or custody matters). The bill directly affects anyone filing court documents in Arizona, including individuals in civil disputes, family law cases, and probate matters. Note: The bill's title references firearm transfers and domestic violence, but the provided text only addresses court fee changes - not the subjects mentioned in the title.

Maddy summaryHCM 2014 is a memorial resolution from Arizona's legislature requesting Congress maintain existing national monuments in Arizona. It highlights 19 monuments (including Grand Canyon-Parashant, Chiricahua, and Ironwood Forest) and emphasizes their role in supporting local economies through tourism, recreation, and multi-use management like hunting and grazing. The resolution cites economic data showing these lands drive billions in annual outdoor recreation spending and job creation while preserving cultural sites and water resources. It does not propose new legislation but asks Congress to continue protecting these designated areas.

Maddy summaryHB 4123 establishes Arizona's "Homeless Persons' Bill of Rights," guaranteeing homeless individuals equal access to public spaces, services, employment, medical care, voting, and privacy protections without discrimination based on housing status. It explicitly prohibits charging homeless people with public sleeping or sitting offenses when no shelter space is available, amending criminal law to remove such liability under those conditions. The bill directly affects homeless residents in Arizona by legally protecting their right to use public areas, receive services, and maintain privacy through confidentiality safeguards. Key provisions include banning discrimination in voting documentation, requiring shelter confidentiality, and ensuring reasonable privacy for personal property.

Maddy summaryHB 4137 designates the second Thursday and Friday of February each year as "African-American Legislative Day" in Arizona. The Arizona Office of African-American Affairs, working with state legislators of African descent, will organize this annual event to honor African-American history, culture, and contributions to Arizona and the U.S. The day will include tributes, discussions, and activities with state officials and community leaders focused on issues affecting African-American communities. This bill creates a recurring commemorative observance but does not establish a legal holiday.

Maddy summaryHB 4119 designates April 30 as "Arizona Jazz Day" to recognize jazz music's cultural significance in Arizona and American heritage. The bill encourages residents to promote music education, celebrate jazz's role in creativity and unity, and participate in statewide jazz events and festivals. It explicitly states Arizona Jazz Day is not a legal holiday, making it a symbolic observance with no legal or financial requirements. This ceremonial bill does not impose new regulations or affect specific groups, focusing solely on cultural recognition.

Maddy summaryHB 4126 establishes Arizona's state-run retirement savings program, targeting private-sector employees without access to employer-sponsored retirement plans (excluding government workers, railroad employees, and those in existing tax-qualified plans). The bill creates an Arizona Retirement Savings Board to manage the program, allowing workers to contribute to individual retirement accounts (IRAs) through automatic payroll deductions. Key provisions include requiring the Board to develop investment policies, partner with private administrators, and ensure federal tax compliance for the program. The title references "appropriation" as future funding would be authorized separately, but the bill itself only sets up the program framework.

Maddy summaryHB 4095 establishes the Classroom Site Fund to provide additional resources for Arizona public schools, using existing state transfers (not an additional tax). It requires school districts and charter schools to use these funds for specific purposes like class size reduction, teacher compensation (with a performance component), and student support services. School districts must adopt a performance-based teacher compensation system that includes metrics such as academic progress, attendance, and graduation rates, and obtain approval from at least 70% of eligible teachers. Annual reporting on fund usage and program outcomes is also mandated for all recipients.