Rep. David Livingston

Maddy summaryHB 2174 requires modeling organizations that create predictive models for use by insurers in Arizona to file specific documents with the state insurance department before making those models available. Organizations must submit organizational documents, bylaws (if applicable), a resident agent for legal notices, and details about the insurance types covered. The insurance director must approve the models and supporting data, which are kept confidential and exempt from public disclosure. This law applies to new models filed for approval starting December 31, 2026, with existing approved models not needing re-filing.

Maddy summaryHB 2477 updates definitions for Arizona's AZ529 education savings plan to align with federal tax rules. It clarifies that qualified expenses now include computer equipment, software, and apprenticeship program costs (registered under federal law) for beneficiaries. The bill also expands the definition of "member of the family" to include more relatives and specifies limits on education loan repayment withdrawals. This is a procedural revision to the plan's rules, not a new benefit or eligibility change.

Maddy summaryHB 2502 amends Arizona's retirement system (ASRS) to allow elected officials to retire while continuing their elected position without resigning. Specifically, it permits elected officials who reach retirement age to retire under ASRS rules but remain in office, with their employer paying an alternate contribution rate. The bill clarifies that retired elected officials do not earn service credit or disability benefits during their continued service and must reduce non-elected work hours below active membership thresholds. This change directly affects Arizona elected officials covered by ASRS, modifying how retirement benefits interact with ongoing elected roles. The bill focuses on procedural adjustments to retirement eligibility and contributions, not new benefit amounts.

Maddy summaryHB 2321 requires Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) caseworkers to place a security freeze on the credit report of any child entering state care within 30 days. This freeze prevents consumer reporting agencies from sharing the child's credit information without permission, protecting them from identity theft and fraud. The freeze remains in effect until the child (or their representative) requests removal, and agencies cannot charge fees for placing or removing it. The bill defines "protected person" to include children in DCS care and outlines specific steps for caseworkers and agencies to follow.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Arizona's Department of Child Safety (DCS) to record all interviews with children during abuse or neglect investigations via audio or video, unless equipment fails or unforeseen circumstances prevent it. It mandates specific investigator training on child safety assessments, legal rights, and evidence-informed protocols, while banning covert voice stress analysis and limiting overt use to cases with informed consent. DCS must submit written investigation reports to case management systems within 45 days and to courts 48 hours before dependency hearings. These changes directly affect DCS investigators, children in abuse/neglect cases, and families involved in child welfare proceedings.

Maddy summaryHB 2417 allows courts to order drivers convicted of specific speeding offenses to install a speed-limiting device on their vehicle instead of facing license suspension. It applies to first-time excessive speeding convictions, drivers accumulating points requiring a one-year suspension, second speeding offenses within 24 months, and minors' first speeding offense. Drivers must pay for installation and maintenance, and device providers must electronically verify compliance (including no tampering) to the state. Failure to maintain the device results in license suspension and a class 1 misdemeanor charge.

Maddy summaryThis bill sets specific rental rates for state-owned buildings in Arizona for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, establishing a charge of $17.87 per square foot for office space and $6.43 per square foot for storage space. Additionally, it requires the Department of Administration to submit a detailed report within ten days of selling any state property located in the governmental mall, listing the address, square footage, sale price, and the fund receiving the proceeds. The legislation directly affects the state's management of its real estate assets and the legislative leadership who receive the required sales reports.

Maddy summaryHB 4165 updates Arizona's education funding distribution rules for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and establishes a fee system to modernize the state's tax collection technology. The bill directs specific amounts of state revenue to schools, universities, community colleges, and tribal colleges for purposes such as basic aid, technology research, workforce development, and school safety. Additionally, it requires local governments and regional transportation authorities to pay fees to the Department of Revenue to cover the costs of upgrading the integrated tax system. If local entities fail to pay these fees by the deadline, the state will withhold future revenue distributions until the debt is satisfied.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates how money from Arizona's state lottery is distributed and clarifies rules for examining insurance companies. It ensures that funds are first used to pay off lottery-related bond debts, then allocates specific amounts to various programs including wildlife conservation, child safety, health education, and homeless shelters. The legislation also establishes a minimum deposit requirement for the state general fund before certain heritage funds can receive money and sets a schedule for quarterly transfers. Additionally, it mandates that the insurance director examine domestic insurers at least once every five years and allows for accepting reports from other states to avoid duplicate reviews.