Healthcare

signed · Arizona · Senate Jun 22, 2026

SB 1713: AHCCCS; procurement; contracting

SB 1713 establishes a new performance-based procurement system called the "Arizona hybrid model" for Arizona's Medicaid program (AHCCCS). It directly affects managed care organizations (MCOs) contracted to provide services under AHCCCS by replacing traditional requests for proposals with a standardized evaluation system. The bill requires all MCOs to be assessed over a four-year performance period using publicly available, measurable metrics covering care access, claims processing, and member experience, with decisions on contract continuation based solely on this scoring. It also mandates a single statewide master contract for all MCOs serving AHCCCS programs, eliminating duplicate contracts and reducing administrative burden.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes performance metrics for Medicaid MCOs focusing on care access and member experience, improving service quality under AHCCCS.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Healthcare

signed · Arizona · Senate Jun 22, 2026

SB 1275: mandatory prison sentences; judicial discretion

This bill allows judges to impose lighter prison sentences or probation instead of mandatory prison terms for certain defendants with mental health conditions linked to military service or first responder work. It requires judges to find that imposing the mandatory sentence would cause injustice, isn't needed for public safety, and the condition relates to the defendant's military or first responder role. The law excludes cases involving death, serious injury, domestic violence, or ongoing criminal activity. Judges must state their reasoning on the record when deviating from mandatory sentences.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill reduces mandatory sentences for veterans/emergency responders with service-linked mental health conditions, promoting judicial discretion and sentencing reform.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill requires judicial consideration of mental health conditions linked to military/first responder roles in sentencing, promoting treatment alternatives over incarceration for mental health needs.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill provides judicial discretion to avoid mandatory prison terms for veterans with service-connected mental health conditions, preventing unjust punishment and protecting veterans' interests.95% confidence | Rep's Stance Voted other

signed · Arizona · Senate Jun 22, 2026

SB 1188: approved medications; scheduling; prescription authority

SB 1188 automatically aligns Arizona's controlled substance scheduling with federal classifications for FDA-approved medications (excluding Schedule I drugs), meaning Arizona will adopt the same schedules as the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration without requiring separate state action. This allows healthcare providers in Arizona to prescribe these medications as permitted under federal law, eliminating the need for the state pharmacy board to reclassify them. The bill directly affects the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy and medical professionals who prescribe or dispense controlled substances by simplifying scheduling requirements. It applies only to drugs approved by the FDA and scheduled by the federal government (other than Schedule I), ensuring consistency with federal regulations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAligns state drug scheduling with federal standards, enabling healthcare providers to prescribe FDA-approved medications without state reclassification, improving patient access to necessary treatments.95% confidence | Rep's Stance Voted other

signed · Arizona · House Jun 22, 2026

HB 2960: veterans' court fund; grant program

HB 2960 establishes a grant program to fund specialized veterans' courts in Arizona counties and municipalities. It creates a "veterans' treatment court fund" using state appropriations, providing money to local governments to set up courts that address veterans' justice-involved behavior through individualized treatment plans for issues like PTSD, substance abuse, and traumatic brain injury. The program requires grantees to report annually on participant demographics, recidivism, treatment use, and program outcomes, with the Attorney General compiling statewide data and recommendations for improvement. This directly affects veterans involved in the criminal justice system by connecting them to targeted support services rather than standard court processing.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds specialized veterans' courts with treatment plans for PTSD/substance abuse to reduce recidivism, directly advancing criminal justice reform through rehabilitation-focused alternatives.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds veterans' courts providing treatment for PTSD/substance abuse (mental health services) via state grants, directly advancing healthcare access for specific conditions.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEstablishes state-funded grant program for veterans' courts addressing PTSD/substance abuse via treatment plans, directly funding veteran services and healthcare support.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

signed · Arizona · Senate Jun 22, 2026

SB 1399: prepaid capitated contractors; cost reports

SB 1399 requires health plans with fixed-fee contracts (prepaid capitated contracts) with Arizona's healthcare administration to submit annual reports by December 1. These reports must detail the percentage of contract funds spent on direct patient care versus administrative costs, broken down by specific categories. The reports are submitted to the joint legislative budget committee, governor, and relevant health committees. This bill mandates transparency about how funds are allocated, directly affecting health plans operating under these contracts. It does not change funding levels or healthcare services, only requiring standardized financial reporting.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires transparency in health plan fund allocation to ensure patient care spending, promoting accountability without direct funding.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

signed · Arizona · Senate Jun 22, 2026

SB 1630: home; community-based services; mental illness

SB 1630 establishes a new Arizona Medicaid program providing home and community-based services for adults with serious mental illness, replacing institutional care when possible. It sets eligibility based on clinical criteria (like recent hospitalizations, medication complexity, or safety risks) and income limits (300% of federal SSI), with options for a qualified income trust to meet financial requirements. Covered services include personal care, medication management, supervised community living, adult day health, and nonemergency transportation. The program requires federal approval by 2027 and aims to support individuals in community settings while avoiding psychiatric hospital or residential facility placement.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates new Medicaid program for community-based mental health services, replacing institutional care and expanding access to covered services like medication management.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

signed · Arizona · Senate Jun 22, 2026

SB 1215: firefighters; occupational disease; cancers

SB 1215 presumes that 23 specific cancers (including leukemia, lung cancer, lymphoma, and others) are work-related for firefighters and fire investigators who meet certain conditions. It applies to current and retired firefighters under 65 diagnosed with a covered cancer within 15 years of leaving service, provided they had no prior cancer at hire, served at least five years in hazardous duty, and passed pre-employment physicals. The presumption can be rebutted if tobacco use outside work contributed to respiratory cancers. This bill directly affects firefighters and fire investigators by simplifying claims for cancer-related disability or death under Arizona's workers' compensation system.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePresumes work-related cancers for firefighters, easing access to healthcare benefits without requiring proof of occupational link.95% confidence | Rep's Stance Voted other

signed · Arizona · House Jun 19, 2026

HB 4010: genetic counselors; board; licensure

HB 4010 establishes a Board of Genetic Counselors in Arizona to license and regulate genetic counselors. The bill defines "genetic counseling" and requires practitioners to obtain a license from this new board, which will protect the public by setting standards for practice and handling disciplinary actions. The board will consist of five licensed genetic counselors, two public members, and two physician members who interact professionally with counselors. This law directly affects genetic counselors seeking to practice in Arizona and ensures they meet specific certification and conduct standards before providing services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes licensing board for genetic counselors to set practice standards and protect public health, aligning with healthcare quality protection and professional regulation.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

signed · Arizona · Senate Jun 19, 2026

SB 1814: substance use disorder treatment; committee

SB 1814 establishes a temporary study committee to examine Arizona's substance use disorder treatment system. The committee, composed of legislators, health officials, clinicians, and individuals with lived experience, will study treatment availability, gaps in care, regulatory loopholes, and workforce needs. It must report by December 31, 2027, with recommendations for evidence-based standards, oversight reforms, and funding strategies. The committee expires on June 30, 2028, and does not enact new laws.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates study committee to examine substance use disorder treatment gaps and recommend evidence-based standards/funding strategies, directly advancing healthcare access and system improvements.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

signed · Arizona · House Jun 19, 2026

HB 2226: processing arrestees; veteran status

HB 2226 requires courts to ask arrestees at their first court hearing if they are U.S. military veterans. If confirmed (via documents like a DD-214), prosecutors must inform veterans about veterans' services and refer them to veterans' courts or treatment programs - unless the person faces serious charges like violent crimes or crimes against children. The bill directly affects veterans arrested for non-serious offenses, creating a pathway to specialized support instead of standard criminal proceedings. It does not change existing criminal penalties but adds a procedural step for veterans' case processing.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates diversion for veterans with non-serious offenses to treatment programs and veterans' courts, promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism - key criminal justice reform goals.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRefers veterans to treatment programs, facilitating access to healthcare services like mental health support without restricting coverage or funding.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMandates courts to identify veterans and refer to specialized support programs, recognizing status and providing access to services instead of standard criminal proceedings.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare