Budget & Taxes

vetoed · Arizona · House May 5, 2026

HB 4151: 2026-2027; revenue.

This bill establishes fees for Arizona counties, cities, towns, councils of governments, and regional transportation authorities to fund the state Department of Revenue's integrated tax system modernization project. The fees, which apply from June 2022 through June 2029, are calculated based on the amount of state shared revenue each local entity receives and are collected by the department. If a local government fails to pay the fee by December 31, the state treasurer will withhold future state revenue distributions until the debt is settled. All collected funds are placed in a dedicated project fund and can only be used to cover the actual administrative and operating costs of the tax system upgrade.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes fees to fund state revenue system modernization, directly supporting fiscal management and tax administration.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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vetoed · Arizona · House May 5, 2026

HB 4147: 2026-2027; human services.

This bill establishes new rules for Arizona's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to improve oversight and limit income thresholds for eligible recipients. It mandates that the state cap gross income limits for certain SNAP applicants at 185% of the federal poverty level and requires the Department of Economic Security to regularly cross-check applicant data with tax records, lottery winnings, and other government databases to verify eligibility. The legislation also sets a target to reduce payment error rates to 3% by 2030, requiring quarterly reports to the legislature and imposing financial penalties on the department if it fails to meet interim goals. Additionally, the bill mandates public reporting on fraud investigations and improper payments while authorizing an independent audit to identify factors contributing to payment errors.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts SNAP eligibility by capping income limits and mandating stricter data verification, effectively limiting government spending on essential services.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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vetoed · Arizona · House May 5, 2026

HB 4138: 2026-2027; general appropriations act.

This bill, known as the 2026-2027 General Appropriations Act, allocates state funds to various Arizona agencies and departments for the upcoming fiscal year. It directly affects government entities such as the Department of Administration, the State Board of Accountancy, and the Acupuncture Board of Examiners by authorizing specific lump-sum payments and staffing levels. The legislation details how money from different state funds will be used for operations, risk management, technology projects, and assistance to smaller counties for retirement contributions and essential services. Additionally, the bill includes reporting requirements that mandate government officials submit financial and project status updates to legislative committees and the governor by specific deadlines. Although the bill passed the legislature, it was vetoed by the Governor, preventing these specific appropriations from becoming law.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds to agencies and departments, directly funding government operations and essential services.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly allocates funds for technology projects within state agencies, indicating financial support for technology operations.70% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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vetoed · Arizona · House May 5, 2026

HB 4149: 2026-2027; local government.

This bill allows counties with fewer than 250,000 people to use up to $1.25 million from any revenue source to pay general county bills, even if that money was originally intended for a specific purpose. It applies only to fiscal year 2026-2027 and requires these counties to report to the state budget committee by October 1, 2026, detailing which funds were used for non-intended purposes and how much they plan to use next year. The legislation was passed by the legislature but was vetoed by the Governor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allows counties to access funds for general bills, promoting fiscal flexibility and operational stability for local governments.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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vetoed · Arizona · House May 5, 2026

HB 4144: 2026-2027; environment.

This bill outlines how specific environmental funds in Arizona can be used during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It allows money from the underground storage tank fund to cover administrative costs and address sewage discharge problems in border areas like Naco. The legislation also permits the use of water banking and water protection funds to pay legal fees and cover departmental administrative expenses. Additionally, it sets a $15 million spending cap for the water quality assurance revolving fund and keeps vehicle emissions testing fees at their 2025 levels. Although the bill passed the legislature, it was vetoed by the Governor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates funds for environmental programs, administrative costs, and legal fees, advancing fiscal management and funding essential state services.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill allocates funds to address sewage discharge and administrative costs for environmental protection, indicating support for pollution control.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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vetoed · Arizona · House May 5, 2026

HB 4148: 2026-2027; K-12 education.

This bill amends Arizona state law to clarify how public funds are distributed to charter schools sponsored by state agencies, universities, or community colleges. It establishes specific rules for calculating financial support, including adjustments for small schools and provisions to prevent double-counting funds if a student is enrolled in both a charter and a traditional public school. Additionally, the legislation requires these schools to revise their student counts and budgets by mid-May and ensures that any grants received for basic operations reduce the state's financial contribution to avoid taxpayer duplication.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill clarifies funding distribution to charter schools and prevents double-counting, ensuring public funds are properly allocated to education services.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill clarifies funding distribution and prevents double-counting to ensure charter schools receive appropriate public funds, strengthening financial stability.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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vetoed · Arizona · House May 5, 2026

HB 4141: capital outlay; 2026-2027; appropriations.

HB 4141 allocates state funds for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to support capital projects across several Arizona departments, including transportation, corrections, and building maintenance. The bill provides $432.663 million to the Department of Transportation for highway construction and planning, while also funding major repairs for state buildings, a veterans' home facility, and facilities for corrections and game and fish departments. It establishes specific reporting requirements for transportation spending and debt levels by November 2026 and includes conditions for spending on the veterans' home project, such as requiring federal funding commitments and site approval.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $432.663M for state capital projects, directly funding essential public services like transportation and corrections.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates $432.663 million to the Department of Transportation for highway construction and planning, directly funding transportation infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill allocates funds for repairs to a veterans' home facility, directly supporting veteran services.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed both · Arizona · Senate Apr 22, 2026

SB 1041: appropriation; Arizona trail fund

SB 1041 allocates $500,000 from Arizona's general fund for fiscal year 2026-2027 to the Arizona Trail Fund, which supports trail development and maintenance across the state. This appropriation directly funds existing trail projects under state law (ARS 41-511.15), benefiting public outdoor recreation access. The bill does not create new policies but provides dedicated state funding for established trail infrastructure. It is a procedural funding measure, not a policy change.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $500,000 from general fund for existing trail infrastructure, funding public recreation access under ARS 41-511.15.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates $500,000 for trail infrastructure development/maintenance, directly funding transportation infrastructure under state law (ARS 41-511.15) as a dedicated project.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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signed · Arizona · Senate Apr 15, 2026

SB 1503: public pensions; proxy voting

SB 1503 requires Arizona public pension funds to vote shares solely in the economic interest of plan participants and beneficiaries, directly affecting state-run pension managers and proxy advisory firms. It mandates that if a pension fund votes against a company's board recommendation (with majority independent directors), it must provide a documented economic analysis proving the vote aligns with financial goals, not environmental or ideological aims. Funds must annually report such votes and analyses to the state treasurer and back-test their economic models every three years to ensure accuracy. The bill prohibits using votes to advance non-financial goals unless an economic analysis confirms financial benefits, with strict certification requirements for all documentation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires economic analysis for pension votes, promoting fiscal responsibility in state fund management per bill's mandate to align with financial goals over ideology.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill explicitly prohibits pension funds from considering environmental factors in voting decisions, restricting environmental considerations from influencing investment choices.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

vetoed · Arizona · Senate Apr 13, 2026

SB 1142: federal tax credit; authorization; scholarships

This bill allows Arizona to participate in a federal tax credit program, enabling individuals to claim a credit for contributions to qualified scholarship organizations. Starting in 2027, certified Arizona scholarship groups can provide funds for elementary and secondary education expenses, such as tuition or materials, under federal law. The state’s Department of Education must certify these organizations, maintain a public list of them, and submit annual reports to the federal government to maintain eligibility. The bill does not create new scholarships but aligns Arizona with existing federal tax incentives for education-related donations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes federal tax credit for education contributions, providing tax relief to contributors under federal law, aligning with tax relief indicators.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationEnables tax credits for private scholarships funding K-12 education expenses, expanding access and private funding options for schools.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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