Technology (Data Privacy)

introduced · Arizona · House Jan 21, 2026

HB 2878: licenses; tax number; consular cards.

HB 2878 clarifies definitions related to Arizona driver licenses and personal information in state law. It defines key terms like "consular identification card" (a foreign-issued ID meeting specific standards), "highly restricted personal information" (including social security numbers, medical details, and consular card numbers), and "opt in" (explicit consent for releasing personal data). The bill primarily affects the Arizona Department of Transportation, which uses these definitions to manage driver records and personal information handling. It does not change license eligibility rules but provides clearer terminology for existing processes, ensuring consistent application of privacy and data-sharing procedures.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill defines 'highly restricted personal information' and requires 'opt in' consent for data release, strengthening data privacy protections for sensitive details like SSNs.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

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passed · Arizona · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 2409: artificial intelligence; statewide education program

HB 2409 establishes a voluntary statewide summer education program for Arizona residents through the Department of Education. It creates two core curricula: one teaching digital safety (including spotting AI-generated misinformation, understanding algorithmic bias, and protecting personal data), and another providing practical AI skills for small business owners (covering marketing tools, operational automation, and ethical use). The program, offered at public facilities, allows participating schools or colleges to award academic credit for completion. It directly affects Arizona residents and small business owners by providing accessible, hands-on AI education without mandating school curriculum changes.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates voluntary AI education curricula for digital safety and business skills, expanding educational access and curriculum offerings in K-12 context95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes AI education curricula teaching data protection, algorithmic bias, and ethical AI use, directly promoting digital safety and responsible technology adoption.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum Artificial Intelligence Data Privacy

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in committee · Arizona · House Feb 2, 2026

HB 2193: student directory information; disclosures; exemptions

HB 2193 amends Arizona law to strengthen student privacy protections around directory information. It requires schools to notify parents and eligible students (18+ or emancipated) about what information is considered "directory information" and gives them the right to opt out of sharing specific details like address, phone, or email. Schools must obtain written consent for sharing these details or allow disclosure only if the student hasn’t opted out and the sharing is for educational purposes (e.g., to other students, parents, or school-affiliated nonprofits). The bill also mandates separate forms for students to authorize transcript releases to colleges, military recruiters, or both, and ensures schools comply with federal student privacy law (FERPA). This directly affects students, parents, schools, and organizations like military recruiters seeking student contact information.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly strengthens student privacy protections in K-12 schools by requiring parental notification and opt-out for directory information, directly advancing student privacy as part of education policy.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyStrengthens student data privacy protections by requiring consent for sharing directory information, directly aligning with technology policy focus on data privacy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

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introduced · Arizona · House Jan 28, 2026

HB 2920: software applications; minors; requirements

HB 2920 requires app stores operating in Arizona to verify the age of users creating accounts and link accounts of minors (under 18, excluding married/emancipated individuals) to verified parent accounts. App stores must obtain parental permission before minors can download apps, make purchases, or access in-app purchases, and re-verify consent after significant app changes like new ads or in-app purchases. The bill mandates that app stores provide clear disclosures about age ratings, data collection, and privacy practices to parents before granting permission. It directly affects app store providers, minors under 18, and their parents within Arizona, with exemptions for preinstalled apps and core device functions.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires parental consent and data disclosures for minors' app usage, enhancing data privacy protections for children.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

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introduced · Arizona · Senate Jan 27, 2026

SB 1374: licenses; tax number; consular cards

SB 1374 defines key terms related to Arizona driver's license records and personal information. It specifies that "highly restricted personal information" includes consular identification card numbers, social security numbers, medical details, and driver license data. The bill requires "express consent" (including electronic signatures) for releasing such sensitive information from the Department of Motor Vehicles. This affects drivers whose personal data is stored in DMV records and the state agency managing those records.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill protects consular ID numbers (used by immigrants) by requiring express consent for DMV data release, limiting unauthorized access to sensitive immigrant information.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires express consent for releasing sensitive DMV data including SSNs and driver license info, strengthening personal information privacy protections per data privacy indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Data Privacy

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passed · Arizona · House Mar 17, 2026

HB 2809: statewide cybersecurity encryption system; requirements

HB 2809 requires Arizona state agencies to implement a statewide cybersecurity system using post-quantum encryption - which protects against future quantum computing threats - for all agencies handling sensitive data like personal information, election systems, public safety records, and infrastructure data. The bill mandates that the system must meet or exceed U.S. Department of Defense’s CMMC 2.0 standards, with all vendors required to be U.S.-based, have no foreign dependencies, and avoid foreign-owned technology. The Auditor General will independently manage encryption keys, conduct regular audits, and report noncompliance to the Governor and Legislature, with agencies facing corrective plans or IT budget restrictions for failing to adhere to requirements.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates post-quantum encryption and CMMC 2.0 compliance for state agencies handling sensitive data, strengthening cybersecurity protections against emerging threats.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity Data Privacy Emerging Technology

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introduced · Arizona · House Jan 21, 2026

HB 2737: chatbot regulations; personal data; requirements

HB 2737 regulates chatbot providers in Arizona by requiring explicit user consent before using personal data or chat logs. It prohibits providers from processing personal data for chatbot outputs without affirmative consent, using chat logs to target advertisements, or processing minors' data without parental consent. The law mandates that consent requests must be clear, stand-alone, accessible to people with disabilities, and offer an equally prominent option to decline. Chatbot providers must also obtain separate consent to use adult users' data for training or profiling beyond fulfilling specific user requests. This directly affects companies developing or deploying chatbots within Arizona, imposing new data privacy requirements.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates explicit consent for chatbot data use, prohibits unauthorized processing, and protects minors' data, directly advancing data privacy protections in technology.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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vetoed · Arizona · House Apr 14, 2026

HB 2033: statewide assessment; written form; requirements

HB 2033 requires Arizona's state board of education to implement uniform statewide assessments in reading, writing, and math for at least four grades annually, while prohibiting assessments that promote sectarian or partisan views. It mandates collecting specific nontest data (like graduation/dropout rates by ethnicity) through surveys of school staff, with strict privacy protections under FERPA. The bill allows students to opt out of district assessments if they provide scores from nationally recognized tests (e.g., SAT, ACT) before testing begins. Additionally, it permits written tests for students with IEPs/504 plans, religious accommodations, or parent requests. This directly affects public schools, students, and educators by standardizing testing requirements and data collection.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates uniform statewide assessments in core subjects with prohibitions on sectarian/partisan content and opt-out option for nationally recognized tests, supporting educational accountability.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates FERPA-compliant data privacy protections for student assessment data collection85% confidence

Sub-Topics Testing & Assessment Data Privacy

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