Sen. Shawnna Bolick

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a referendum to ban foreign governments and non-governmental sources from donating money or services to Arizona election administration or ballot measure campaigns. It requires vendors and service providers to submit sworn certifications confirming they have not accepted such foreign contributions, with annual updates and quarterly reporting to the Secretary of State. Violations of these rules could result in the invalidation of contracts, misdemeanor charges, and civil lawsuits allowing private citizens to seek damages and injunctions. The legislation explicitly excludes federally recognized sovereign tribal nations from the definition of foreign sources.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to declare drug cartels as terrorist organizations within Arizona state law. It directs the Department of Homeland Security to take all actions within its authority to address the threat posed by these groups. The legislation defines a drug cartel as an association involved in human smuggling, drug trafficking for profit, or acts of terrorism, and defines a threat as anything harming individual rights or public safety. If approved by voters, this change would formally categorize drug cartels alongside terrorist organizations for legal and enforcement purposes.

Maddy summaryHB 2681 establishes a dedicated real estate information technology fund in Arizona to finance software upgrades, equipment purchases, and external vendor contracts for the state's real estate department. The bill directs specific portions of real estate license and renewal fees into this fund, starting with $25 per fee through fiscal year 2027-2028 and reducing to $15 per fee beginning in fiscal year 2028-2029. These collected monies are excluded from the general fee-setting process used to balance the department's overall budget, ensuring they are reserved exclusively for technological needs. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that funds in this account are continuously appropriated and cannot be used to replace staff salaries.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a temporary study committee in Arizona to examine current laws and practices regarding registered sex offenders. The committee will be composed of six legislators, including three from the Senate and three from the House of Representatives, who will investigate how local, state, and tribal agencies handle sexual offenses and assess the effectiveness of existing registration laws in preventing recidivism. The group is authorized to request necessary resources from state agencies and will submit its findings and recommendations to state leaders by June 30, 2025. The legislation includes a provision to automatically repeal the committee's authority by September 30, 2025, ensuring the study is limited to a specific timeframe.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes public safety telecommunicators as a vital part of Arizona's first responder teams. It commends these workers for their dedication and acknowledges their critical role in handling emergency calls, providing life-saving instructions, and coordinating resources for first responders. The legislation serves as a symbolic resolution to honor the profession rather than changing laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new pathway for physicians licensed in specific international countries to obtain provisional medical licenses in Arizona. To qualify, doctors must have worked in their home country for at least five years, hold valid federal immigration status, and secure a job offer in a county with fewer than one million residents. The provisional license requires annual renewal, mandatory supervision by a fully licensed Arizona physician, and adherence to continuing education rules. After four years of successful practice without disciplinary action and a positive recommendation from their supervisor, the license can automatically convert to a full license. The legislation also allows employers to require competency tests and mandates that the medical board be notified immediately if a doctor leaves their job.

Maddy summaryThis Arizona bill establishes a formal licensure system for anesthesiologist assistants, allowing them to legally practice under the supervision of a licensed anesthesiologist. To obtain a license, applicants must graduate from an accredited program, pass a national certification exam, and pay required fees, with licenses valid for two years. The law defines the specific medical tasks these assistants can perform, such as developing anesthesia care plans, evaluating patients, and administering medications, while ensuring a supervising anesthesiologist remains immediately available to intervene if necessary.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Arizona public schools and local education agencies to post their most recent civil rights data collection reports on their websites, while ensuring that any personally identifiable student information is removed to protect privacy. Additionally, the state Department of Education must create an annual survey to gather data on specific safety incidents, including bullying, fighting, sexual assault, and suicide, from all school districts and charter schools. The department is also mandated to publish a comprehensive school safety report on its website each year by December 15, listing the number of reported incidents at each school site without revealing individual student identities.

Maddy summaryThis Arizona bill prohibits individuals from creating or distributing deceptive deepfake videos or audio of election candidates and political parties within 90 days of an election unless they include a clear disclosure that the content was generated by artificial intelligence. The law applies to anyone using digital tools to make these fake images or recordings but excludes news organizations, websites, and creators of satire or parody from the ban. Violators face criminal penalties ranging from a misdemeanor to a felony, depending on whether they have prior convictions or intended to cause violence.