HB 2877 Arizona House · 57th Legislature - Second Regular Session

timeshare salespersons; licensure

This bill amends Arizona's real estate laws to update definitions related to timeshare salespersons and clarify licensing requirements. It directly affects individuals who sell timeshare properties and the regulatory framework governing their professional conduct. The key provisions redefine terms like "advertising" and "affiliate" to ensure clearer standards for how sales activities are conducted and reported. Additionally, the bill adds a new section to the real estate code to further specify licensing rules for timeshare salespersons. These changes aim to improve regulatory clarity without altering the fundamental licensing structure for real estate professionals.

Bill status passed both 4 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Jan 2026

Committee Review

House Passage

Feb 2026

Senate Passage

Apr 2026

Governor

Introduced Jan 21, 2026 Last action Apr 7, 2026

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What changed between versions

House Engrossed Version (02/23/2026) → Senate Engrossed Version (04/07/2026) · 6 edits · Apr 7, 2026

MODERATE

The bill was completely rewritten to shift from regulating real estate and timeshare sales to regulating veterinary technicians. The new version establishes a certification process for veterinary technicians, allowing applicants to qualify either through a two-year veterinary technology degree or by completing 4,000 hours of supervised work under a licensed veterinarian. It also includes provisions for out-of-state applicants to transfer their certifications if they meet specific experience and licensing requirements.

Scope change

The bill's scope changed entirely from real estate transactions (including timeshares, cemeteries, and camping) to veterinary technician certification and education.

SCOPE

The subject matter changed from real estate salespersons and brokers to veterinary technicians.

ELIGIBILITY

A new pathway for certification was added, allowing applicants to qualify through 4,000 hours of supervised work under a licensed veterinarian instead of just a degree.

Provisions were added to allow out-of-state veterinary technicians to transfer their certifications without retaking national exams if they hold an active license and have recent employment history.

DEFINITION

All definitions related to real estate terms such as 'broker', 'salesperson', 'subdivision', and 'timeshare' were removed.

REQUIREMENT

Requirements for real estate licensing exams, continuing education hours, and broker qualifications were removed.

TIMELINE

The effective date was changed from June 30, 2027 to an unspecified date in the new version.

Floor votes · Senate Apr 7, 2026 · House Feb 23, 2026

How they voted

25–4

Passed · 1 other

Total votes 30

Apr 7, 2026

D Democratic13

13 Yea

100% Yea

R Republican17

12 Yea 4 Nay 1

70% Yea

Vote distribution

All Yea All Nay Mixed No data

Full legislative history

Actions timeline

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Key actions

Committee

Amendments

Apr 7, 2026

Upper · Passed

PASSED

upper

Apr 7, 2026

Upper · Passed

DPA

upper

Mar 25, 2026

Upper · Passed

DPA/SE

upper

Feb 23, 2026

Lower · Passed

PASSED

lower

Feb 19, 2026

Lower · Passed

DPA

lower

Feb 3, 2026

Lower · Passed

DPA

lower

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors