technical correction; universities; admissions
HCR 2015 is a proposed constitutional amendment to correct wording in Arizona's Constitution regarding university admissions. It fixes the phrase "university universities" to "universities" in Article XI, Section 6, which states that state educational institutions must be open to students of both sexes. The amendment does not change existing policy but clarifies the language governing gender-inclusive admissions at all state educational institutions. If approved by voters, it would be submitted to the ballot for approval under Arizona's constitutional process. This is a technical correction, not a policy change.
Bill status
passed both
4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Mar 2026
House Passage
Feb 2026
Senate Passage
Apr 2026
Governor
Introduced Feb 11, 2026
Last action Apr 21, 2026
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What changed between versions
Introduced Version
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House Engrossed Version (02/26/2026)
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Apr 20, 2026
MODERATE
The bill was completely rewritten from a technical correction regarding university admissions to a new resolution supporting public school physical activity and nutrition. The original text proposed amending the state constitution to ensure co-education in universities, while the new version expresses legislative support for students engaging in 60 minutes of daily physical activity and displaying dietary guidelines in schools.
Scope change
The bill's scope shifted entirely from constitutional amendments regarding university admissions to a concurrent resolution supporting specific public school initiatives.
SCOPE
Removed all text proposing an amendment to the Arizona Constitution regarding university admissions and co-education.
REQUIREMENT
Added a requirement for public schools to ensure students participate in at least 60 minutes of physical activity daily.
Added a requirement for schools to prominently display the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
DEFINITION
Added new context regarding the importance of physical activity, mental well-being, and local food systems.
Floor votes · Senate Apr 20, 2026 · House Feb 26, 2026
How they voted
26–3
Passed · 1 other
Total votes 30
Apr 20, 2026
D
Democratic13
69% Yea
R
Republican17
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea
All Nay
Mixed
No data
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
12
Key actions
5
Committee
1
Amendments
2
Apr 20, 2026
Upper · Passed
PASSED
upper
Mar 18, 2026
Upper · Passed
DP
upper
Feb 26, 2026
Lower · Passed
PASSED
lower
Feb 25, 2026
Lower · Passed
DPA
lower
Feb 17, 2026
Lower · Passed
DPA/SE
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Matt Gress
RRepublican
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