Sen. Wendy Rogers

Maddy summarySB 1246 amends Arizona's homeowners' association (HOA) laws to clarify definitions related to foreclosure and unpaid dues. It specifically defines "common expense lien" to include assessments, late fees, interest, and reasonable collection costs (like attorney fees) that HOAs can legally claim against a property. This bill directly affects HOA members who owe dues and HOAs seeking to foreclose on properties for unpaid fees, by standardizing the legal basis for lien claims without changing the foreclosure process itself. The bill focuses on precise terminology to reduce disputes over what costs can be included in a lien.

Maddy summarySB 1475 prohibits Arizona students from participating in school-sponsored sports or activities if they have been convicted of, admitted to, or pleaded no contest to certain serious criminal offenses - including aggravated assault, sexual exploitation of minors, domestic violence, or stalking - or are charged with such offenses while awaiting trial. School districts must require students to certify their criminal history using a provided form and bar participation during pending cases for these offenses. The bill directly affects students facing these specific legal consequences and mandates school districts to implement these eligibility rules. It does not change criminal sentencing but modifies school participation policies based on defined criminal conduct.

Maddy summarySB 1421 restricts financial services for undocumented immigrants in Arizona. It prohibits banks and check cashers from accepting identification cards issued exclusively to undocumented immigrants or cards marked as not proving legal presence. The bill also bans using an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) as primary ID for loans and requires businesses sending money abroad to verify customers are not undocumented immigrants. These rules apply to all financial institutions, check cashers, and foreign remittance services operating in Arizona.

Maddy summarySB 1520 requires Arizona state agencies to share any requested data with the U.S. government about undocumented immigrants or individuals who overstayed their visas. It directly affects state agencies responsible for collecting such data and individuals in these immigration categories. The law mandates that agencies provide this information upon federal request, overriding other state laws. The requirement expires on December 31, 2028, as specified in the bill's sunset provision.

Maddy summarySB 1573 prohibits Arizona courts from using religious sectarian laws (such as Sharia, Canon Law, or Halacha) in legal decisions. It states that any court ruling based on such religious laws is void, appealable, and grounds for judicial removal. The bill specifically excludes Anglo-American legal traditions and traditional marriage recognition from this prohibition. It directly affects Arizona judges and courts by requiring them to base rulings solely on state or U.S. law, not religious legal systems. The law applies to all courts in Arizona, including federal courts sitting in diversity jurisdiction.

Maddy summarySB 1445 modifies Arizona's water quality regulations to allow small municipalities (with populations between 1,000 and 10,000) to use EPA-approved on-site equipment for bacteriological testing of wastewater. It updates permit requirements for facilities discharging pollutants, including specifying that small towns may conduct this testing on-site instead of sending samples to external labs. The bill directly affects local governments and wastewater facilities in smaller communities by streamlining testing procedures while maintaining EPA standards. It also clarifies permit processes for aquifer protection and aligns with federal Clean Water Act requirements.

Maddy summarySB 1338 requires Arizona state and local agencies administering public benefits to verify applicants' lawful presence in the U.S. by providing one of 11 specific documents (e.g., driver's license, birth certificate, passport, or immigration documents). It directly affects individuals applying for state/local public benefits, mandating a sworn affidavit confirming document accuracy and imposing penalties for employees who fail to report immigration violations. The bill excludes commercial licenses, retirement benefits, and widely available public services from its requirements. Enforcement includes potential misdemeanor charges for non-compliance and allows residents to legally challenge agencies in court for violations.

Maddy summarySB 1040 requires Arizona county recorders to provide electronic copies of voter registration lists to political parties without charge. Specifically, it mandates that recorders deliver standardized electronic data within eight days after registration closes for primary and general elections, and within ten business days for other elections. The electronic copies must include voter details like name, address, party preference, registration date, and voting history from the past four years. The secretary of state must establish a uniform format to ensure consistent data sharing across all counties. This affects how political parties access voter information for campaign and election activities.

Maddy summarySB 1037 establishes new security requirements for voting equipment used in Arizona elections. It prohibits voting machines from having internet connectivity or remote access capabilities, mandates configuration to U.S. Department of Homeland Security cybersecurity standards, requires user tracking with unique credentials, and demands logging of all ballot changes while retaining election data for 22 months. The bill directly affects counties, cities, and voting machine vendors that operate or supply electronic voting systems for federal, state, or local elections. These provisions apply to all certified voting equipment used in Arizona’s election processes.