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signed · Arizona · House Apr 2, 2026

HB 2307: technical correction; critical infrastructure information

HB 2307 is a technical correction to Arizona's critical infrastructure protection law. It amends Section 41-1805 of the Arizona Revised Statutes to clarify that state/local government employees and entities handling critical infrastructure information face a class 5 felony charge if they knowingly disclose protected information without authorization. The bill specifically targets unauthorized disclosure of critical infrastructure data defined under Section 41-1801, reinforcing existing penalties without creating new requirements. This is a procedural update to the legal text, not a substantive policy change.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyReinforces felony penalties for unauthorized disclosure of critical infrastructure data, strengthening cybersecurity protections under Arizona law.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SB 1654: appropriations; end-point monitoring; elections

SB 1654 appropriates $100,000 from Arizona's state general fund for fiscal year 2026-2027 to reimburse counties for election security measures. Specifically, it funds end-point monitoring of election systems and interception of malicious signals that could disrupt voting. This bill directly affects Arizona counties responsible for administering elections, providing financial support for these security protocols. The measure is currently in early legislative stages (Senate First and Second Readings) and does not alter election procedures or voting rules.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $100k from state general fund for election security, directly funding a public service through budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds end-point monitoring and malicious signal interception for election cybersecurity, directly enhancing election system security protocols against digital threats.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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failed · Arizona · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SB 1827: vertiport; definition; designations

SB 1827 establishes Arizona's Office of Advanced Air Mobility within the governor's office to support the development of air mobility technology, such as electric air taxis and vertiports. The office will coordinate with industry, universities, and federal agencies, and receives $500,000 in fiscal year 2026-2027 for grants to Arizona-based companies advancing this technology. It must submit annual reports to the legislature starting in 2027. The bill directly affects Arizona businesses, researchers, and infrastructure developers working in advanced air mobility.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds $500k grants for air mobility tech development, creates dedicated office, and mandates industry coordination - directly advancing the technology sector.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds $500k for vertiport infrastructure development and establishes an office to advance air mobility tech, directly supporting transportation infrastructure innovation.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SB 1088: appropriation; Arizona homeland security; cybersecurity

SB 1088 appropriates $2.5 million from Arizona’s state general fund for the Arizona Department of Homeland Security’s cybersecurity programs during fiscal year 2026-2027. Specifically, $500,000 is allocated for generative artificial intelligence cybersecurity programs, and $2 million is designated to modernize the statewide VPN security network using a zero trust network access solution. This funding directly supports the state’s cybersecurity infrastructure and operations under the Department of Homeland Security. The bill does not create new policy but provides targeted financial resources for specific technical upgrades and emerging technology applications.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $2.5M from state general fund for cybersecurity infrastructure, directly funding essential state operations under budget appropriations.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds cybersecurity programs including AI security and zero trust network modernization, directly advancing state cybersecurity infrastructure.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 1826: appropriation; wayfinding signs; rural communities

SB 1826 appropriates $500,000 from Arizona's advanced air mobility fund for the Office of Advanced Air Mobility's operations and support in fiscal year 2026-2027. Despite its title mentioning "wayfinding signs," the bill focuses on funding for advanced air mobility initiatives (like drone infrastructure or air taxi systems), not rural signage. The bill is conditional on Senate Bill 1827 (relating to aviation) becoming law. It directly affects the state's Office of Advanced Air Mobility, providing operational funding for its work in developing emerging air transportation technologies. The bill passed the Senate on March 4, 2026, and was transmitted to the House.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds advanced air mobility infrastructure (drones/air taxis) via $500k appropriation, directly advancing tech development in transportation.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds advanced air mobility infrastructure (drones/air taxis) via $500k appropriation, directly supporting transportation innovation and infrastructure development.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 1811: school policies; internet; wireless devices

Arizona's SB 1811 requires school districts and charter schools to create policies governing student internet access and wireless device use during the school day. These policies must allow teachers to provide social media access for educational purposes, limit device use otherwise, and include exceptions for emergencies, medical needs, or parent communication. Schools must provide annual written notices to parents, teachers, and students about these policies and clarify terms like "school day" (including meals and recess) and "wireless communication devices." The bill directly affects schools, students, and parents by standardizing device and internet rules while prioritizing educational use and safety.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires policies enabling educational social media use and clear device guidelines, supporting teacher instructional tools and student access during school hours.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires schools to allow educational social media/internet use, expanding access for learning while setting clear boundaries for appropriate technology use in schools.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 1747: social media; online content; minors.

Arizona's SB 1747 requires social media platforms to obtain parental consent for users under 14 to create accounts and mandates account termination for minors under 14 without consent, with a 90-day dispute period. For 14- to 15-year-olds, platforms must secure parental consent to maintain accounts or face termination, allowing parents 10 days to request account deletion. The law applies to platforms meeting specific criteria, including those with algorithms, infinite scrolling, or significant minor user engagement. It prohibits platforms from targeting minors with content or ads without verified parental consent, aiming to limit exposure to potentially harmful online content.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates parental consent for minors' social media accounts to protect data privacy, aligning with consumer protection regulations in technology.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 17, 2026

SB 1743: campaign finance; individual contributor information

SB 1743 requires campaign finance filing officers (like county clerks and the secretary of state) to redact individual donors' exact home addresses and employers from publicly available campaign finance reports. It directly affects political committees and donors by protecting this personal information from public disclosure. The bill mandates this redaction before reports are made public and imposes penalties: $1,000 per violation for filing officers who improperly disclose the redacted details, and class 1 misdemeanor charges for government employees who knowingly share this information. These changes aim to enhance privacy for campaign contributors without altering contribution limits or donation rules.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates redaction of donor addresses/employers to protect personal data privacy, directly aligning with data privacy protections under Technology topic.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 3, 2026

SB 1045: blockchain technology; tax; fee; prohibition

Arizona's SB 1045 prohibits cities and counties from banning or taxing individuals who run blockchain technology nodes (home-based computers validating transactions) in their residences. The bill explicitly prevents local governments from imposing restrictions or fees on residential blockchain operations, stating such regulation is a statewide concern. It defines key terms like "computational power" (using hardware/software for tasks like blockchain processing) and "running a node" (validating transactions). The law directly affects residential users of blockchain technology, ensuring they cannot face local barriers or costs for this activity.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesProhibits local taxes/fees on residential blockchain operations, restricting municipal tax authority per bill's explicit language.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits local bans/taxes on residential blockchain nodes, protecting the technology from restrictive regulations per bill language.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 3, 2026

SB 1044: property tax; exemption; virtual currency

SB 1044 would exempt virtual currency from property taxation in Arizona, directly affecting owners of digital assets like cryptocurrencies who hold them as property. The bill defines virtual currency as a digital medium of exchange, unit of account, and store of value - excluding U.S. dollars or foreign currencies - and specifies it would be tax-exempt under state property tax rules. However, the exemption would only take effect if Arizona voters approve a constitutional amendment at the next general election, as required by the bill’s conditional enactment clause. This proposal does not alter current tax treatment but seeks to establish a new exemption for virtual currency assets.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts virtual currency from property tax, providing tax relief for digital asset owners under state tax rules.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyExempts virtual currency (cryptocurrencies) from property tax, reducing regulatory burden on digital asset owners and advancing cryptocurrency adoption in Arizona.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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