Transportation

signed · Arizona · House Jun 4, 2026

HB 2109: distracted driving; penalties; motorcycles

HB 2109 amends Arizona's distracted driving law to prohibit holding or texting on portable wireless devices while driving, with specific exceptions for hands-free navigation and emergency use. It establishes civil penalties of $75-$149 for first offenses and $150-$400 for repeat violations, adding a $150 penalty if a violation causes a motorcycle accident. The bill also preempts local regulations, ensuring statewide enforcement starting January 1, 2021, and requires warning signs at state highway entrances. This bill directly affects all drivers in Arizona and is currently pending in the legislature (prefiled, first reading).

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAmends distracted driving law to enhance road safety with penalties for violations causing motorcycle accidents, directly strengthening transportation safety standards.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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 Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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vetoed · Arizona · Senate Apr 13, 2026

SB 1024: roadable aircraft; registration; license plates

This bill updates Arizona's vehicle registration laws to include a new definition for "roadable aircraft," which are vehicles capable of both flying and driving on roads. It requires these aircraft to be registered with the state and mandates that they display standard license plates when operating on public highways. The legislation also adds "roadable aircraft" to the list of defined vehicle types alongside existing categories like autocycles and all-terrain vehicles. These changes ensure that emerging hybrid vehicles are properly classified and regulated under current transportation statutes.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill modernizes transportation regulations by integrating emerging roadable aircraft into existing vehicle frameworks, enhancing safety and infrastructure compatibility.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Arizona · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 4026: public infrastructure improvements; distribution limit

HB 4026 creates a state-funded program where Arizona cities, towns, and counties receive payments for public infrastructure improvements (like roads or utilities) supporting new or expanding manufacturing facilities. To qualify, manufacturers must certify minimum capital investments ($50 million for smaller counties, $500 million for larger ones) and sign agreements detailing project costs. Payments are capped at 80% of infrastructure costs or annual state tax revenues from qualifying projects, with a yearly maximum of $75 million total. The program requires local governments to return excess funds if payments exceed the cap and ensures funds are used exclusively for infrastructure tied to the manufacturing facility.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds for infrastructure via capped payments (80% of costs/tax revenue), promoting fiscal responsibility in budget spending for economic development.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds road/utility infrastructure improvements for manufacturing projects, directly advancing transportation infrastructure through state payments for qualifying facilities.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Arizona · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 2111: driver license examination; motorcycle awareness

HB 2111 requires Arizona driver license applicants seeking a motorcycle license or endorsement to pass a test including at least five questions on motorcycle awareness. It updates exam procedures to mandate documentation from authorized third-party motorcycle training programs (starting July 1, 2014) and ensures all applicants demonstrate knowledge of motorcycle safety. The bill directly affects new motorcycle license applicants and the Arizona Department of Transportation, which administers the exams. It makes no changes to licensing fees or penalties, focusing solely on standardizing the knowledge assessment component for motorcycle operators.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates motorcycle safety knowledge in licensing exams, enhancing vehicle safety standards per transportation topic description.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Arizona · House Mar 26, 2026

HCR 2004: photo enforcement systems; prohibition.

HCR 2004 is a proposed referendum measure that would prohibit the use of photo enforcement systems for traffic violations in Arizona. It defines "photo enforcement system" as devices combining radar/sensors with cameras to capture license plate images for identifying traffic lawbreakers. If approved by voters, this measure would amend Arizona law to ban such systems, directly affecting law enforcement agencies and traffic enforcement practices. The resolution requires voter approval to become law, as stated in its preamble.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBans photo enforcement systems (camera/radar technology) for traffic violations, restricting data collection technology per bill definition.92% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBans photo enforcement systems for traffic violations, restricting a traffic safety enforcement method directly impacting transportation law enforcement practices.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Arizona · House Mar 17, 2026

HB 4064: municipal improvement districts; petitions

HB 4064 amends Arizona law to streamline the formation of municipal improvement districts for specific infrastructure projects, including pedestrian malls, parking facilities, retention basins, and parkways. It allows a governing body to immediately approve such districts if a petition signed by all real property owners (excluding mortgagees) is submitted, skipping standard public notice requirements. This directly affects property owners within proposed districts by simplifying the process for funding and maintaining these shared public improvements. The key change reduces procedural steps when unanimous owner support is demonstrated, shifting funding to either ad valorem taxes or proportional property assessments. The bill focuses on administrative efficiency rather than altering funding mechanisms.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill streamlines formation of districts for transportation infrastructure projects (parkways, pedestrian malls, parking), directly advancing development of transportation-related facilities.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Arizona · House Mar 9, 2026

HB 2273: distributions; transportation projects; Pinal county

HB 2273 allocates unspent county transportation excise tax revenues for specific road improvement projects across Pinal County and surrounding communities in Arizona. The bill directs $45.98 million toward 12 named projects, including road widening in Florence, paving in Pinal County, traffic interchanges in Maricopa, and general transportation upgrades for cities like Queen Creek and tribal communities (Gila River, Ak-Chin, and Coolidge). Funds are distributed proportionally if total revenues exceed or fall short of the $45.98 million target. This policy change directly affects local governments and tribal entities by providing dedicated funding for infrastructure projects without creating new taxes or fees.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates unspent transportation excise tax revenues to fund road projects, promoting responsible fiscal management of existing budget resources.92% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates $45.98M for road widening, paving, and transit upgrades in Pinal County, directly funding transportation infrastructure projects.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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failed · Arizona · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 2106: transportation tax; deposit; county board

HB 2106 clarifies how Arizona counties can levy a transportation excise tax approved by voters. It sets a maximum tax rate (up to 20% of existing business tax rates) and specifies where collected revenue must go: counties with over 400,000 residents deposit funds into a regional transportation fund, while smaller counties can choose between that fund or a public transportation authority fund. The tax applies to business transactions, electricity, and natural gas use, and must fund transportation projects in the county. This bill modifies existing tax collection rules but does not create new taxes - only defines how existing voter-approved county taxes operate.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes transportation excise tax (max 20% of business tax) to fund regional infrastructure, directing revenue to public transportation projects.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates transportation tax revenue allocation to regional transportation or public transit funds, directly advancing infrastructure funding per bill summary.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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