Rep. David Livingston

Maddy summaryHB 2211 amends Arizona law to require political subdivisions (like cities, counties, or school districts) to give preference to bidders using materials supplied by Arizona resident dealers when awarding public construction contracts paid for with public funds. Specifically, it mandates this preference when a competing bidder’s price is less than 5% lower than the resident dealer’s bid, provided the resident dealer has paid Arizona property taxes for two consecutive years prior to bidding. The bill directly affects contractors and suppliers bidding on public construction projects across Arizona. This change updates existing preference rules to clarify the tax residency requirement and price threshold.

Maddy summaryHB 2813 establishes rules for formal pharmacy management networks used in workers' compensation cases. It allows employers or insurers to create networks that must reimburse pharmacies at actual medication costs plus the commission's dispensing fee (not below that), and requires them to notify injured workers about network access and out-of-network reimbursement rules. The bill mandates that out-of-network prescriptions are reimbursed at the standard fee schedule until the network provides specific notice requiring future use of the network. This directly affects injured workers (who get medication access), pharmacies (receiving reimbursement rules), and employers/insurers (setting up networks). The law takes effect in 2026.

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 summaryHCR 2061 proposes a constitutional amendment to prohibit individuals holding dual citizenship from serving in Arizona state office. It would amend the state constitution to require all state legislators and other elected officials (as listed in Article V, Section 1) to be U.S. citizens at the time of election, explicitly barring those with dual citizenship from eligibility. This change would directly affect candidates running for state legislative seats and other state offices requiring U.S. citizenship. The amendment must be approved by voters in the next general election after being submitted by the Secretary of State, as it is currently in early legislative stages (House first and second readings in February 2026).

Maddy summaryHB 4118 increases the annual assessment fee for insurers licensed to operate in Arizona from $1,050 to $1,350. This fee, collected from each insurer, funds the state's insurance fraud unit and its operations. The bill amends existing law to formalize this higher fee amount and specifies that collected funds go into a dedicated fraud unit assessment fund. The legislation directly affects all insurers authorized to transact business in Arizona, requiring them to pay the increased fee annually.

Maddy summaryHB 4038 (Arizona) sets a minimum start date of September 1 for the first day of instruction beginning in the 2027-2028 school year, directly affecting all Arizona public schools and charter schools. It allows schools to adopt flexible instructional models (including blended, project-based, or remote learning) to meet state requirements, but limits remote instruction to 40% of total time after 2022-2023 without impacting funding. Schools exceeding this remote learning threshold must report to the state education department, and may face requirements to reclassify as online schools. The bill also permits reallocating instructional time between subjects to support student needs and aligns attendance policies with adopted models.

Maddy summaryHB 2303 amends Arizona law to clarify and strengthen conflict-of-interest rules for the state treasurer. It prohibits the treasurer from using insider information for personal gain or benefiting family members, and bans speculative investments that prioritize short-term gains over safety. The bill directly affects the state treasurer and their office by requiring investments to prioritize principal preservation and liquidity. It defines "insider information" as non-public investment details and "speculative investments" as high-risk assets based on future potential rather than current income. These changes aim to ensure the treasurer's actions always prioritize state interests over personal benefit.

Maddy summaryThis Arizona bill makes it a class 5 felony to possess a fake commercial driver's license if your presence in the U.S. isn't authorized under federal law. If someone violates this while operating a commercial vehicle, police can seize and sell the vehicle. Employers who knowingly hire such individuals must pay a civil penalty equal to the vehicle's fair market value. All money from fines and vehicle sales goes to Arizona's highway user revenue fund.

Maddy summaryHB 2694 creates a new tax credit for Arizona small businesses that provide health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) to employees. It allows businesses with 1-50 employees to claim a $400 tax credit per employee covered by an individual coverage HRA, provided they contribute at least $400 per employee annually. Unused credits can be carried forward for up to five years. The credit applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026, and is defined using federal HRA regulations. This directly affects small employers seeking to offset costs of providing employee health benefits.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands property tax exemptions for Arizona homeowners in specific categories. Veterans with 100% service-connected disability qualify for full exemption on their primary residence, while widows/widowers, people with total disabilities, and veterans with lower disability ratings (up to 100%) receive up to $4,188 in tax relief, scaled by disability percentage. Eligibility requires income under $41,870 (or $34,901 without children) and annual verification of income and primary residency. Exemption amounts automatically adjust annually for inflation using GDP and housing index data.