Sen. Frank Carroll

Maddy summarySB 1531 creates a new "distracted driving special plate" program in Arizona, requiring a $32,000 upfront payment to the Department of Transportation by December 31, 2026, before the plates can be issued. The donor designs the plates (subject to department approval) and may combine it with personalized plate requests. For each plate issued, a $25 fee is charged, with $17 directed to a "distracted driving special plate fund" (to be deposited into the State Highway Fund). This program directly affects vehicle owners who pay the fees and seek these special plates, but only after the initial $32,000 payment is made. The bill does not change distracted driving laws or enforcement.

Maddy summarySB 1001 appropriates $1,000,000 from Arizona's state general fund for fiscal year 2026-2027 to the Department of Economic Security specifically for the "older individuals who are blind program." This funding directly supports older Arizonans who are blind by providing resources through the state's economic security services. The bill is purely procedural, allocating existing funds without creating new policies or eligibility requirements. It has been prefilled for the 2025 legislative session but does not change program rules or expand benefits.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HCR 2064) expressing the Arizona Legislature's condolences upon the passing of former state legislator Barbara Leff. It honors her 1996-2006 service representing Paradise Valley, her work on HMO reform and economic development, and her contributions to voter information systems. The resolution extends sympathy to her surviving family members (husband, children, grandchildren) and acknowledges her community leadership. It has no policy impact or legislative effect beyond this expression of respect.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the late Mark Brnovich, a former Arizona Attorney General who passed away in January 2026. It formally expresses the state legislature's regret over his death and extends condolences to his family and friends. The document does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to his public service career. It acknowledges his contributions as a prosecutor and government official without altering any legal provisions.

Maddy summaryHB 2413 amends Arizona's sex offender registration law (ARS § 13-3821) to expand registration requirements for individuals convicted of specific sex offenses against minors. It directly affects people convicted of 22 listed offenses - including child sexual abuse, trafficking, and certain repeated indecency violations - who must register with local sheriffs within 10 days of conviction or 72 hours after entering Arizona. Key provisions require registrants to provide detailed personal information (including online identifiers, vehicle details, and child custody status), and extend registration obligations to those employed or enrolled in school in Arizona for more than 14 consecutive days. The bill does not address electronic monitoring; its focus is solely on broadening registration rules and data collection for sex offenders.

Maddy summarySB 1267 standardizes Arizona's candidate nomination petitions by requiring specific formatting (11x8.5 inch paper, numbered lines, and defined signature columns) and clarifying circulator registration rules. It mandates that petition signers provide actual residence addresses (or valid alternatives like post office boxes) and limits each voter to signing for one candidate per office unless multiple candidates are elected. These changes directly affect candidates collecting signatures, circulators gathering petitions, and voters signing petitions for state and legislative races. The bill focuses on procedural clarity for petition verification under Arizona Revised Statutes §16-315 and §16-321.

Maddy summaryArizona's SCR 1011 is a state resolution applying under Article V of the U.S. Constitution to request Congress call a convention for proposing a constitutional amendment limiting congressional terms. It joins 22 other states that previously sought term limits but were overruled by the Supreme Court. The resolution formally asks Congress to draft such an amendment or allow states to convene a convention themselves, aggregating Arizona's application with similar efforts from other states to reach the required two-thirds threshold. This is procedural - it does not impose term limits but seeks to initiate the constitutional process for doing so.

Maddy summaryHB 2842 requires escrow agents in Arizona to report specific property details to the state department when handling real estate sales or transfers. This includes owner names, property identification numbers, physical addresses, escrow company names, and contact information. The bill also establishes a voluntary "early alert system" allowing property owners to opt in for email or text notifications about pending sales. These changes directly affect escrow agents (who must comply with reporting) and property owners (who can choose to receive alerts). The law aims to improve transparency in property transactions through standardized data sharing.

Maddy summarySB 1682 requires Arizona's state treasurer to invest at least 10% of trust and treasury monies with "qualified Arizona-based investment managers" listed by the Arizona Commerce Authority. To qualify, investment managers must have global headquarters in Arizona, employ at least two in-state staff, operate for three years, and manage $100 million in assets. The bill directly affects how state funds are invested, prioritizing local financial firms meeting these specific criteria. It modifies state treasurer duties under Arizona Revised Statutes §35-317, creating a new requirement for state investment practices. The policy aims to direct state capital toward Arizona-based financial management services.

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.