Rep. Myron Tsosie

Maddy summaryHB 2981 is a technical correction to Arizona's Housing Trust Fund statute (ARS § 41-3955), clarifying administrative details without changing funding or policy. It updates how unclaimed property deposits and investment earnings are managed within the fund, and refines the order for awarding funds to housing projects (prioritizing emergency shelters first, then transitional housing, and rural housing). The bill directly affects the state treasurer, housing department, and local governments administering housing programs, ensuring clearer rules for fund usage and reporting. It does not create new programs or allocate additional funds.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (HCR 2063), not a substantive bill. It honors Yvonne Glee Lime Fedderson, founder of Childhelp and a global humanitarian dedicated to child welfare, following her death on January 23, 2026. The resolution expresses the Arizona Legislature's sympathy to her family and admirers, and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to her family and Childhelp. It has no policy provisions or impact on legislation.

Maddy summaryArizona's HB 2977 prohibits law enforcement officers from wearing face coverings that conceal their face while on duty. It requires all law enforcement agencies (including police departments, sheriff's offices, and state agencies) to create and publicly post policies emphasizing transparency, with exceptions for medical masks, safety gear like helmets during tactical operations, or authorized undercover work. The law defines "facial covering" broadly but excludes items like clear masks, medical masks, or safety equipment necessary for health or physical safety. It applies to all sworn officers across Arizona's public law enforcement entities.

Maddy summaryHB 2676 allows individuals adjudicated delinquent as juveniles in Arizona to petition a court for restored firearm rights after meeting specific conditions. It directly affects people who were minors when convicted of certain offenses but not adults. The bill establishes two waiting periods: 25 years for those convicted of serious offenses like burglary or arson, or a two-year wait for other felonies after completing probation or court-ordered conditions. The process requires a court application with no filing fee, served to the county attorney, and is handled by juvenile court judges. This changes the legal pathway for juvenile offenders to regain firearm rights under defined circumstances.

Maddy summaryHB 2895 creates a grant program for Arizona school districts to partner with federally recognized tribes to offer Native American language courses. It also establishes support for teacher certification pathways for those teaching these languages and allows high school students to fulfill foreign language graduation requirements by demonstrating proficiency in a Native American language. The bill directly affects school districts, tribes, teachers seeking certification, and high school students. Key provisions include state-funded grants for language courses, streamlined teacher certification support, and flexibility in meeting graduation language requirements. This policy change aims to increase access to Native American language education within Arizona's public schools.

Maddy summaryHB 2574 amends Arizona law to clarify the process for appealing traffic penalty judgments. It directly affects drivers who face traffic fines and wish to appeal court decisions. The bill requires courts to report stays (pauses) in enforcement to the state department, prevents the department from taking action during an appeal, and states that posting an appeal bond automatically pauses enforcement. It also allows superior court commissioners to handle these appeals, streamlining the process. The changes apply to all traffic penalty cases where a judgment is under appeal.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the Arizona Legislature's sincere regret and deepest condolences regarding the death of former Senate Majority Leader Alfredo Gutierrez. It formally acknowledges his life of public service, highlighting his advocacy for civil rights, education, and immigrant communities, as well as his significant legislative achievements such as establishing the Arizona Department of Transportation and expanding Medicaid. The bill does not enact new laws or policies but serves as a commemorative gesture to honor his legacy and offer support to his surviving family members.

Maddy summaryArizona's HCR 2043 is a state legislative resolution applying to Congress under Article V of the U.S. Constitution to call a convention proposing term limits for U.S. Congress members. It specifically requests a convention to establish term limits for both House and Senate seats, joining 22 other states that previously sought similar limits but were overruled by the Supreme Court. The resolution states Arizona’s application will be counted toward the two-thirds of states needed to compel Congress to act, aggregating with other states’ identical requests. This is a procedural step by Arizona’s legislature to pressure Congress, not a direct policy change affecting voters or officials.

Maddy summaryHB 4109 requires Arizona school districts to adopt specific public safety policies. These policies must clearly outline safety procedures, designate the superintendent as the responsible official, and mandate immediate notification to parents, staff, and law enforcement about life-threatening violence or weapons incidents on school property. School superintendents must confiscate weapons used in such incidents and notify police, while prohibiting retaliation against anyone reporting violations. Failure to comply results in felony charges (class 6 or 4, depending on injury) for superintendents or school board members. The bill directly affects school districts, their leadership, and the safety protocols for students and staff.

Maddy summaryHB 2680 creates a public database requiring Arizona employers to disclose workers' compensation insurance details. It mandates insurers to submit policy information - including employer name, insurer, policy expiration, and employee counts - to the state commission, with each policy including a QR code linking to the database. Employers claiming "zero estimated exposure" (no employees) must sign an affidavit confirming this, and must notify contractors directly if they hold such a policy. This affects all employers with workers' comp coverage, insurers, and contractors who receive zero-exposure notifications.