HB 2134 Arizona House · 57th Legislature - Second Regular Session

critical infrastructure; foreign adversaries; prohibition

HB 2134 prohibits Arizona governmental entities and critical infrastructure providers (like power grids, water systems, telecom networks, and school bus safety systems) from using technology made by Chinese companies in critical infrastructure. The bill requires annual certifications about prohibited equipment, mandates the Corporation Commission to publish a list of banned technologies (including wifi routers, school bus cameras, and smart meters from Chinese firms), and allows removal of banned tech without additional state permits. Providers must certify by March 31, 2027, that they’ve removed prohibited tech and update this annually. Exceptions exist only if no reasonable alternatives exist, use is preapproved, and the risk of removal exceeds the risk of using the banned technology.
Bill status vetoed 4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Mar 2026
House Passage
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Jun 2026
Vetoed
Jun 2026
Introduced Jan 6, 2026 Vetoed Jun 19, 2026
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What changed between versions

Introduced Version House Engrossed Version (03/03/2026) · 8 edits · Jun 12, 2026
MODERATE
The bill was significantly expanded from a broad ban on Chinese software and equipment to a more nuanced framework that includes specific definitions, risk-based enforcement, and exceptions. The House version clarifies exactly what constitutes 'critical infrastructure' and 'Chinese companies,' adds a requirement for sworn self-certification, and introduces a risk-based audit program instead of universal inspections. It also adds new provisions for a secure communications channel for emergencies and allows for exceptions if no other reasonable options exist or if a ban would pose a greater threat to the state.
Scope change
The scope was narrowed and clarified; the original version broadly prohibited any Chinese software and equipment without defining terms, while the engrossed version provides specific definitions for 'Chinese company' and 'critical infrastructure' and adds exceptions for situations where no alternatives exist.
DEFINITION

Added specific definitions for 'Chinese company' (including ownership and control criteria) and 'critical infrastructure' (listing specific sectors like water, power, and data storage).

Added a definition for 'school bus infraction detection system' to clarify what equipment falls under the prohibited list.

REQUIREMENT

Changed the enforcement mechanism from a requirement for the Corporation Commission to publish a prohibited list to a requirement for entities to submit sworn self-certification statements under penalty of perjury.

ENFORCEMENT

Added a new risk-based oversight program requiring randomized audits and targeted audits based on credible intelligence or complaints, rather than universal physical inspections.

EXCEPTIONS

Added explicit exceptions allowing the purchase or use of prohibited equipment if no other reasonable providers exist, if pre-approved by the Corporation Commission, or if banning it would pose a greater threat to the state.

TECHNICAL

Added a new subsection establishing a secure and dedicated communications channel between critical infrastructure providers and the Department of Emergency and Military Affairs for emergency situations.

Added a provision stating that the Corporation Commission does not need to inspect all infrastructure but must implement the risk-based oversight program.

SCOPE

Clarified that the ban applies to contracts providing direct or indirect access to critical infrastructure, rather than a blanket ban on all software produced by Chinese companies.

Floor votes · House Mar 3, 2026

How they voted

This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
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Key actions
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Committee
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Amendments
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Jun 19, 2026
Vetoed
Vetoed by Governor
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Jun 12, 2026
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Jun 11, 2026
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Mar 24, 2026
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Mar 18, 2026
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Mar 3, 2026
Lower · Passed
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Mar 3, 2026
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Jan 28, 2026
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Nick Kupper
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