Rep. Walt Blackman

Maddy summaryHB 2599 sets time limits for lawsuits over construction defects in Arizona condominiums. It generally bars claims against developers or contractors more than eight years after a project's substantial completion, with a nine-year window for hidden defects discovered later. The bill also requires condo associations to obtain a two-thirds vote from unit owners before suing, conduct engineering inspections identifying defects, and provide detailed written notices to owners and developers about the claims, costs, and potential impacts on assessments. This directly affects condo associations, unit owners, and construction professionals involved in defect litigation.

Maddy summaryHB 2674 prohibits Arizona's Medicaid program and its contractors from requiring preauthorization or step edits for FDA-approved medications treating opioid use disorder, starting October 1, 2026. This means patients seeking these specific medications would no longer need prior insurance approval or be forced to try other drugs first. The bill directly affects individuals with opioid use disorder and their healthcare providers by removing these administrative barriers to treatment. It focuses solely on streamlining access to evidence-based medication therapies for opioid addiction, without altering coverage for other medical treatments.

Maddy summaryHB 2595 requires Arizona cities to ensure that 20% of new multifamily housing units (in projects with 20+ units) are "attainable" for 20 years - meaning priced for households earning up to 120% of the county's median income. Cities can either mandate these units directly or accept developer contributions to local housing funds instead. To support developers, cities must offer incentives like density bonuses, reduced fees, or faster permitting. The bill applies only to new multifamily projects meeting the 20-unit threshold, aiming to increase affordable housing options without imposing direct cost burdens on cities.

Maddy summaryHB 2402 appropriates $4 million from Arizona's state general fund for fiscal year 2025-2026 to the Snowflake-Taylor police department. The funds, distributed through the Department of Administration, are intended to enhance law enforcement capabilities in the Snowflake area. This bill directly provides financial support to the Snowflake-Taylor police department for operational needs without specifying further details.

Maddy summaryHB 2147 (Arizona Revised Statutes §38-202) disqualifies individuals convicted of specific offenses from holding public office or employment in Arizona after January 1, 2026. It affects candidates for public office and applicants for public jobs convicted of offenses including felonies involving moral turpitude committed while in public trust, violent felonies, domestic violence, or certain other listed crimes. The bill requires applicants to submit fingerprints for a background check (paid by the candidate for office or employer for employment), and eligibility is confirmed by the Secretary of State. A determination of ineligibility is final unless a disqualifying conviction is overturned or extraordinary circumstances are proven through a hearing.

Maddy summaryHB 2146 amends Arizona law to require the adjutant general to include specific reporting details in the annual report for the Arizona border coordination office. The bill mandates that this report detail all monies used, federal grants secured, and measurable outcomes achieved by the office. This procedural change directly affects the border coordination office and the adjutant general's reporting obligations to state leaders. The bill does not create new policy but establishes standardized financial and performance tracking for the office.

Maddy summaryHB 2392 allocates $1,000,000 from Arizona's state general fund for fiscal year 2025-2026 to the Department of Economic Security. This funding is specifically for the town of Pinetop-Lakeside to develop a summer youth program at the Camp Grace facility. The bill directs the department to distribute these funds to the town for program development, with no additional requirements or policy changes. It directly affects Pinetop-Lakeside residents and youth participating in the program at Camp Grace.

Maddy summaryHB 2394 appropriates $10 million from Arizona's state general fund for fiscal year 2025-2026 to the Department of Economic Security. This funding is specifically designated to expand and enhance after-school programming at a center in Snowflake-Taylor. The bill directs the department to distribute these funds to support the local after-school program, directly affecting students and families in that community. It is a straightforward funding measure with no additional policy provisions or voting requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 2393 allocates $5 million from the state general fund for fiscal year 2025-2026 to the Arizona Department of Veterans' Services. This funding will expand existing facilities and services at a veterans warming center in Payson, directly supporting veterans in that community. The bill provides concrete financial resources for infrastructure improvements and enhanced programming at the center. It does not create new policies or affect broader legislation, focusing solely on funding a specific local veterans' service facility.

Maddy summaryHB 2338 appropriates $2.68 million from Arizona's state general fund for Snowflake town infrastructure projects in fiscal year 2025-2026. The funds will directly support five specific capital improvements: adding left-turn lanes and widening intersections on State Route 77, extending West 7th South Street, improving drainage at Rodeo Road, adding sidewalks, and replacing aging water lines. These projects target local road safety, traffic flow, pedestrian access, and utility infrastructure in Snowflake. The bill provides concrete funding for physical infrastructure upgrades without altering laws or policies.