Rep. Aaron Marquez

Maddy summaryHB 2465 modifies Arizona's licensing requirements for professionals like certified public accountants by changing documentation rules. It prohibits state agencies from requiring applicants to provide citizenship or alien status documentation when applying for a license. Instead, agencies must accept a federal tax identification number in place of a Social Security number for licensing applications. This applies to all state agencies, departments, or boards issuing business or service licenses, directly affecting individuals seeking professional licenses in Arizona. The bill does not alter educational or experience requirements for licensure, only the documentation process.

Maddy summaryHB 2419 requires Arizona's Department of Public Safety to create a secure website portal allowing federally licensed firearms dealers to verify the validity of concealed weapons permits presented by buyers. If a permit is invalid via this portal, dealers must conduct a background check before selling a firearm. The law prohibits the department from collecting data on how often dealers use the portal, ensuring privacy. It appropriates $300,000 from the school safety fund for developing and maintaining the portal, directly affecting dealers, permit holders, and the Department of Public Safety.

Maddy summaryHB 2713 amends Arizona law to treat violations by landlords in mobile home parks and RV parks as consumer fraud. It deems such violations as breaches of the state's consumer fraud statute (Title 44, Chapter 10, Article 7), making them subject to enforcement under that law. This means landlords who break rules for mobile homes or RVs could face penalties like fines or remedies under consumer fraud protections. The bill directly affects mobile home and RV park landlords by expanding enforcement tools without changing existing rental regulations. It does not create new rules but links violations to an established consumer protection mechanism.

Maddy summaryHB 2639 creates a new "luxury item classification" for Arizona's business tax system, imposing a 6.5% tax rate on businesses selling qualifying luxury items. This directly affects retailers and sellers of high-end goods classified as "luxury items" under the law. The bill specifies that 50% of tax revenues collected from this new classification will be distributed to designated state funds as outlined in Section 42-5029. The law does not define "luxury items" but establishes a distinct tax rate and revenue distribution mechanism separate from existing business classifications like retail or restaurants.

Maddy summaryHB 2471 adds two new state holidays in Arizona: March 31 for "Cesar Chavez Day" and April 1 for "Dolores Huerta Day." The bill amends Arizona Revised Statutes § 1-301 to include these dates in the official list of state holidays, affecting state employees and institutions that observe designated holidays. It also repeals Section 1-308 of the statutes. This is a procedural change to the state's holiday calendar with no substantive policy impact beyond naming these observances.

Maddy summaryHB 2650 creates a state-funded rainwater harvesting grant program in Arizona to support water conservation. It allows eligible homeowners, non-profits, or organizations focused on water conservation to apply for two types of grants: Level 1 for simple passive systems (reimbursing up to $500 for materials/labor), and Level 2 for complex active systems (reimbursing up to $2,000 based on tank size). The program excludes costs like pumps, irrigation systems, unlicensed labor, and landscaping materials. Funding for the program is appropriated from the state general fund for fiscal year 2026-2027.

Maddy summaryHB 2470 adjusts Arizona legislators' daily subsistence payments during legislative sessions. It replaces a fixed $35 rate for Maricopa County residents with a new system where all legislators receive 100% of the federal per diem rate (including lodging) for non-Maricopa residents, and Maricopa residents get $35 for the first 120 session days. After 120 days, Maricopa residents receive $10 daily, while non-Maricopa residents get 50% of the annual federal rate. The annual rate is set by the Department of Administration using U.S. General Services Administration data, and legislators may opt out of these payments.

Maddy summaryHB 2651 establishes a voluntary "Blue Envelope Program" for drivers diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder in Arizona. Participants receive a standardized blue envelope (available in English and Spanish) containing their vehicle registration, insurance details, and communication tips for law enforcement during traffic stops. The program ensures confidentiality by prohibiting disclosure of participants' identities and requires collaboration between the state, University of Arizona, and community stakeholders to design the envelope's contents based on expert guidance. This directly affects individuals with autism spectrum disorder who drive, aiming to improve communication during police interactions.

Maddy summaryHB 2296 prohibits Arizona state agencies and local governments from requiring public works contractors to sign neutrality agreements, project labor agreements, or contribute to federally registered apprenticeship programs as a condition of winning or performing public construction projects. It directly affects contractors bidding on state or local public works contracts, such as building or repairing public infrastructure. The bill defines key terms like "neutrality agreement" (requiring contractors to stay neutral toward unions) and "project labor agreement" (pre-hire bargaining agreements), banning these as mandatory contract conditions. It explicitly does not prevent private collective bargaining or interfere with federally protected labor activities.

Maddy summaryHB 2633 establishes the Arizona Commission on Latino Affairs to address the needs of Arizona's Latino community. The commission consists of nine voting members (seven appointed Latino residents and two non-Latino residents) appointed by the governor, plus non-voting advisors with expertise in education, health, civil rights, social services, and small business. Its key duties include advising the governor on policies affecting Latinos, assisting state agencies with Latino-focused programs, and hosting an annual Latino Legislative Day. The bill also creates a dedicated fund to support the commission's operations, with annual reporting requirements to the governor and legislature.