Rep. Tony Rivero

Maddy summaryHB 2312 allows public school principals in Arizona to permit patriotic youth groups to address students during the first academic quarter, with groups required to submit requests within the first two weeks of school. It requires principals to provide written approval for presentations and permits them to accept materials for direct student distribution on school property, while prohibiting schools from denying access based on group membership criteria or oaths of allegiance. The bill defines "patriotic youth groups" as organizations serving under-21 individuals with an educational focus on patriotism, either listed in federal law or as state affiliates of such groups. It applies directly to public school principals and qualifying youth organizations, ensuring equal access without discrimination. The bill is currently in early legislative stages (House First Reading in January 2026).

Maddy summaryHB 2746 establishes a temporary legislative committee to study Arizona's state trade offices, which are operated under the Arizona Commerce Authority. The committee, composed of legislative leaders and appointed members, will review current operations, gather input from businesses and community stakeholders, and develop recommendations to improve these offices. It must submit its final report to the House Speaker by December 31, 2028, and will dissolve automatically on September 30, 2029. This bill does not change trade office funding or services but focuses on evaluating their effectiveness through a formal review process.

Maddy summaryHB 2744 creates a formal process for Arizona employees to file complaints with the Industrial Commission about unpaid overtime wages. It requires employees to file within one year of a violation and mandates the Commission to establish clear rules for filing complaints, notifying employers, and setting response timelines. The Commission gains authority to investigate, hold hearings, subpoena documents, and order employers to pay owed wages plus interest. This bill directly affects workers who haven't received proper overtime pay and employers who may owe such payments, without limiting employees' ability to pursue other legal remedies.

Maddy summaryHB 2753 restructures Arizona's Commerce Authority board by establishing a new governance model with 17 private-sector business leaders (appointed by the governor, Senate president, and House speaker) alongside the governor as chair and ex-officio government representatives. It requires criminal background checks for appointed members, adds technical advisors from state agencies like environmental quality and transportation, and mandates public meeting records and conflict-of-interest policies. The bill does not change the Authority's economic development mission but alters who governs it and how decisions are made. This affects the Authority's internal operations and accountability, not direct business or resident policies.

Maddy summaryHB 2754 establishes the Arizona Commerce Authority to grow the state economy by attracting, expanding, and retaining businesses. It creates a 20-member board of directors, including the governor (as chair), the chief executive officer, and 17 private-sector business leaders appointed with geographic diversity requirements (9 by the governor, 4 by the Senate president, 4 by the House speaker). The board includes non-voting ex-officio members from state leadership roles and technical advisors from agencies like environmental quality and transportation. The bill also sets rules for public meetings, record-keeping, and annual audits of the authority's finances.

Maddy summaryHB 2751 repeals Section 41-1545.05 of Arizona law, which previously governed the Arizona Competes Fund. This fund, established to support job creation programs using withholding tax revenues and other dedicated funds, continues to exist under its amended governing section (41-1545.01). The repeal takes effect retroactively from June 30, 2026, removing the specific legal provisions that regulated the fund’s administration. The bill directly affects how the fund is legally governed but does not alter its purpose or funding sources.

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 summaryHB 2085 prohibits physicians and health professionals in Arizona from providing or referring minors under 18 for gender transition procedures, including puberty blockers, cross-sex hormone therapy, or surgery. The bill allows exceptions for minors with specific medical conditions, such as disorders of sex development, or for treating infections or injuries caused by prior gender transition care. It bans public funding for such procedures in state facilities, government-employed providers, or state health insurance programs. Violations may lead to professional discipline, private lawsuits for damages, or enforcement actions by the attorney general.

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 2765 creates an International Trade Commission in Arizona to promote economic partnerships between the state and other countries. The commission, made up of legislative leaders and business representatives appointed by the House Speaker, will advance trade, investment, and business exchanges, and submit annual reports to the House Speaker. It is designed to operate until July 1, 2034, after which it will terminate with related provisions repealed in 2035. This bill directly affects Arizona's state government structure and business community by establishing a formal body to coordinate international economic engagement.