Rep. Quantá Crews

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 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 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.

Maddy summaryHB 2444 repeals a specific outdated provision (Section 9-461.16) from Arizona's zoning code while amending Section 9-462.01 to clarify existing zoning regulations. The bill directly affects Arizona municipalities that use these zoning codes for land use planning, including regulations on residential development, historical districts, and age-restricted communities. It makes no new policy changes but updates the legal text to remove redundant language and streamline the process for municipalities to adopt zoning rules. This is a technical correction to the state's zoning statutes, not a substantive change to housing policy.

Maddy summaryHB 2621 requires most private firearm sales or transfers between non-dealers to go through a licensed firearms dealer for a background check, with the buyer paying up to $20 for the service. It mandates in-person verification at the dealer’s location and prohibits transfers if background checks reveal legal prohibitions. The law excludes law enforcement, gunsmith repairs, antique firearms (pre-1898), immediate family gifts, and certain temporary transfers. Violating the bill carries a class 5 felony penalty. This directly affects private sellers and buyers who aren’t licensed dealers.

Maddy summaryThis Arizona bill (HB 2533) protects workers during public health emergencies by prohibiting employers from retaliating against workers who report safety concerns, wear recommended personal protective equipment (like masks), or oppose violations of the law. It bans employers from forcing non-disclosure agreements about workplace hazards and requires posting of worker rights notices. Violations can result in civil penalties of $100 per day, reinstatement, or back pay for affected workers. The law applies broadly to most workers, including those employed by large contracting entities and migrant laborers, during declared emergencies like pandemics.

Maddy summaryHB 2652 prohibits employment and educational discrimination based on "protective hairstyles" like braids, locks, or twists. It makes it unlawful for Arizona employers, labor organizations, and schools (including private nurseries, K-12, and colleges) to discriminate against individuals due to their hairstyle, race, or ethnicity. The bill defines "protective hairstyle" broadly and explicitly links it to race, stating that traits historically associated with race - including hair texture and protective hairstyles - are protected. This law directly affects employers and educational institutions across Arizona by requiring them to remove hairstyle-based barriers in hiring, training, and school policies.

Maddy summaryHB 2592 repeals specific tax exemptions for horse racing and dog racing operations in Arizona. It removes the exemption that previously allowed county fair racing associations (Section 1D) and charity racing events (Section 1E) from paying the state's standard tax on pari-mutuel wagering pools. Under this bill, these groups will now be required to pay the state's 2% tax on the first $1 million of daily wagering pools and 5% on amounts exceeding that, aligning them with other racing permittees. This change directly affects racing associations, charity events, and dog racing facilities that previously operated under the repealed exemptions.

Maddy summaryHB 2292 requires Arizona health insurers (including hospital service corporations, health care services organizations, and disability insurers) to cover specific cancer-related genetic services starting January 1, 2026. It mandates coverage for genetic counseling, testing, and risk assessment for individuals with a personal or family history of cancer or inherited genetic mutations, based on National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines. This includes testing for genes linked to breast, ovarian, prostate, and Lynch syndrome cancers, with no deductibles or cost-sharing required. The bill directly affects Arizona residents with health or disability insurance who qualify for these services due to their cancer risk profile.

Maddy summaryHB 2285 prohibits Arizona state agencies and local governments from requiring public works contractors to sign neutrality agreements, project labor agreements, or contribute to apprenticeship programs as a condition of winning or performing public construction, repair, or improvement contracts. It directly affects contractors working on public projects (like roads or buildings) and state/local entities that issue these contracts. The bill amends Arizona law to remove these requirements from public works contracts and environmental review processes, while clarifying that private collective bargaining remains permitted. This changes the standard for public contract terms by banning specific labor-related conditions imposed by public entities.