Immigration

in committee · Arizona · Senate May 4, 2026

SB 1840: 2026-2027; human services

This bill establishes new Arizona statutes to regulate the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by defining fund administration, setting income limits, and mandating specific eligibility review processes. It requires the Department of Economic Security to frequently cross-check recipient data with state agencies like the Department of Revenue and the Department of Corrections, as well as federal databases, to verify income, employment, and residency status. The legislation also mandates quarterly public reporting on fraud investigations and improper payments, while setting a goal to reduce the program's payment error rate to three percent by 2030. To enforce these standards, the bill imposes financial penalties on the department for failing to meet targets and requires an independent audit by the Auditor General to identify causes for errors.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates cross-checking SNAP recipients with federal databases to verify residency, restricting access to services for undocumented immigrants.75% confidence

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in committee · Arizona · Senate Feb 17, 2026

SB 1707: appropriation; artificial intelligence; border security

SB 1707 allocates $5 million from Arizona's state general fund for fiscal year 2026-2027 to the Department of Public Safety specifically for artificial intelligence tools related to border security. The bill allows the Department to distribute these funds to local law enforcement agencies to support border security efforts using AI technology. It directly affects Arizona's state and local police agencies by providing funding for AI-related border security tools. The bill does not create new laws or policies but authorizes the use of state funds for this specific purpose. This is a funding measure, not a substantive policy change.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $5M from state general fund for AI border security tools, directly funding a specific program through budget appropriation.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationFunds AI tools for border security enforcement, aligning with increased state immigration enforcement (not immigrant services or protections).85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Border Security

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introduced · Arizona · House Feb 17, 2026

HB 4093: attorney general; immigration officers; violations

This bill amends Arizona Revised Statutes to authorize the Attorney General to prosecute U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers for criminal violations committed while performing official duties within Arizona. It directly affects federal immigration officers operating in the state during enforcement activities. The key provision adds this specific prosecution power to the Attorney General's existing duties under Section 41-192, allowing the state to pursue criminal charges against federal officers for crimes committed during immigration enforcement. The change modifies the Attorney General's statutory responsibilities without altering broader immigration policy or enforcement mechanisms.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill authorizes Arizona to prosecute ICE officers for criminal violations, directly restricting federal immigration enforcement actions within state.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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introduced · Arizona · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SB 1660: attorney general; policies; immigration.

SB 1660, the "Immigration Safe Zones Act," requires Arizona's Attorney General to create policies within 60 days that limit state agency cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. These policies must protect specific public facilities - including public schools, community colleges, universities, libraries, courts, and publicly funded healthcare centers - from being used for immigration enforcement actions. The bill also mandates that state agencies remove all questions about immigration status from applications, questionnaires, or forms related to public services or education within 60 days. It defines "immigration enforcement" broadly to include federal efforts targeting individuals' presence, entry, or employment in the U.S. The law directly affects state agencies, public institutions, and residents seeking services at protected facilities.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProtects public schools and universities from immigration enforcement, ensuring educational access and safety for all students and staff.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRequires limiting state cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, protecting public facilities like schools and healthcare from enforcement actions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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introduced · Arizona · Senate Feb 9, 2026

SB 1708: property use; immigration enforcement; prohibition

SB 1708 prohibits Arizona cities, counties, and state-owned property from being used for civil immigration enforcement without a valid judicial warrant. It bans local and state governments from allowing immigration officers to use parking lots, garages, or vacant lots as staging areas, processing sites, or bases for enforcement operations. Within 30 days of the law taking effect, all affected government entities must post clear signage at public entrances stating the property cannot host immigration enforcement without a warrant. The law also requires immigration officers to show a warrant before questioning, detaining, or arresting anyone on government property. This directly affects local governments and their property management practices regarding immigration enforcement activities.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill prohibits local/state property use for immigration enforcement without warrant, limiting cooperation with federal enforcement operations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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introduced · Arizona · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 4111: immigration; customs officers; body cameras

HB 4111 requires U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers operating in Arizona to wear body-worn cameras during all public contacts, with limited exceptions (like avoiding unrelated personal information). It mandates that officers register their name and badge number with the state police and prohibits detaining individuals based solely on race, ethnicity, or national origin. Failure to activate cameras or tampering with footage creates a legal presumption of misconduct in civil investigations, with potential discipline up to termination. The bill directly affects ICE officers and the public they interact with, aiming to increase transparency in enforcement actions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires body cameras for ICE officers, prohibits discriminatory detention, and mandates accountability: advances criminal justice reform.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRequires ICE officers in AZ to wear body cameras, register IDs, and bans racial profiling during enforcement, directly protecting immigrant rights and increasing accountability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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introduced · Arizona · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 4083: bailable offenses; requirements; release

This bill changes Arizona's bail rules for certain serious offenses. It specifies that defendants charged with capital offenses, sexual assault, or specific child molestation crimes (like those involving victims under 13 or a 10-year age gap) cannot be released on bail. It also adds that serious felony charges involving suspected illegal immigration status may prevent bail, requiring courts to consider factors like ICE holds or immigration evidence. Additionally, the bill expands factors judges must weigh when setting bail, including victim input, prior violent offenses, gang membership, and immigration status, while requiring expedited hearings for detention decisions.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRestricts bail for serious offenses (capital, sexual assault, child molestation) and immigration-related felonies, reducing defendant rights and increasing pretrial detention.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRequires courts to consider ICE holds and immigration evidence for bail, mandating state cooperation with federal immigration enforcement on felony charges involving suspected illegal status.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Violent Crime Enforcement

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signed · Arizona · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 1426: unlawful occupants; forcible entry; detainer

SB 1426 amends Arizona law to clarify and expedite eviction procedures for unauthorized occupants in residential properties. It defines "forcible detainer" when someone unlawfully occupies a home without prior agreement, family ties, or legal rights, and requires landlords to provide written demand before seeking eviction. The bill mandates courts to issue immediate writs of restitution (eviction orders) after judgment in these cases, skipping standard wait periods. It directly affects landlords and unauthorized occupants in residential dwellings, excluding current/family tenants or those with existing agreements. The key change is creating a faster legal process for removing unlawful occupants through written demand and expedited court action.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill expedites eviction for 'unauthorized occupants' (undocumented immigrants), restricting housing access and streamlining enforcement against immigrants without legal status.95% confidence

passed · Arizona · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 2940: AHCCCS; eligibility; verification; SNAP; contractors

HB 2940 updates Arizona's healthcare and food assistance programs by requiring strict eligibility verification for AHCCCS (Medicaid) and SNAP (food stamps). It mandates that the state verify income, residency, immigration status, and other factors using multiple databases (like tax records and correctional systems) before approving benefits, replacing self-verified applications. The bill also creates a unified system to cross-check eligibility across programs in real time and requires detailed audit logs for transparency. These changes directly affect applicants seeking healthcare or food assistance, as well as state agencies managing these programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill enforces strict eligibility verification for Medicaid/SNAP to prevent improper payments, reducing government waste and promoting fiscal responsibility in state spending.95% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill mandates strict verification for AHCCCS (Medicaid) and SNAP, replacing self-verification, restricting eligibility and access to healthcare coverage programs.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates verification of immigration status for AHCCCS/SNAP eligibility, restricting access to state benefits for immigrants, especially undocumented individuals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Medicaid

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introduced · Arizona · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 1195: appropriation; legal assistance services aid

SB 1195 appropriates $10 million from Arizona's state general fund for fiscal year 2026-2027 to the Department of Economic Security. This funding supports free, statewide civil legal aid services provided by nonprofit organizations, aligning with federal grant terms under 42 U.S.C. §2996f. The bill requires the department to submit annual reports (2027-2032) detailing case statistics, legal areas involved, services delivered, and non-identifying demographic data of recipients. The appropriation is exempt from standard lapsing rules and is designated as ongoing funding for future fiscal years.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $10M from state general fund for civil legal aid, funding essential public service aligned with federal grants.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationFunds $10M for nonprofit civil legal aid services for immigrants, aligning with federal immigration-related grants (42 U.S.C. §2996f), directly advancing immigrant services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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