At a glance: House government committee actions and votes, March 26, 2026 The committee reported several bills with due‑pass recommendations. Key outcomes: SB 11‑41 (elector vacancies) returned due pass (4‑3); SB 11‑86 (disclosure rules) returned due pass; SB 18‑08 (HOA flag protections) returned due pass (4‑3); SB 10‑50 (veterans park pass) returned due pass (6‑0‑1); SB 11‑40 (misdemeanor expungement) returned due pass (7‑0); SB 14‑37 (public records) returned due pass (4‑3); SB 12‑46 (condo foreclosure) returned due pass (7‑0); SB 16‑64 (constable signatures) returned due pass (7‑0); SB 13‑38 (public benefits eligibility) returned due pass (4‑3).

The Arizona House Committee made waves by advancing multiple bills, including key measures for veterans and public records, all with significant outcomes to watch.

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House committee of the whole advances criminal-sentencing and appropriations bills The Arizona House Committee of the Whole reported several Senate bills — including a judiciary bill removing probation for dangerous crimes against children (SB 1092) and appropriations and government committee bills — recommending them 'do pass' and referring them to engrossing.

The Arizona House has taken a bold step by advancing crucial Senate bills aimed at toughening criminal sentencing, including eliminating probation for those convicted of dangerous crimes against children.

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Senate Government Committee advances package of bills on precinct appointments, permit delays, utilities and homeowner protections The Senate Government Committee on Feb. 17 advanced multiple measures, including SB 18‑25 to let legislative district chairs submit precinct committee vacancy lists, SB 15‑66 (malicious delay) to penalize deliberate permit slowdowns, SB 15‑71 limiting monopoly utilities’ ability to pass marketing costs to ratepayers, and changes to HOA foreclosure thresholds; all received 'due pass' recommendations after testimony and amendments.

The Arizona Senate Committee just advanced groundbreaking bills aimed at streamlining precinct appointments, tackling malicious permitting delays, and protecting homeowners from unfair utility costs.

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Committee postpones nominee decision due to new information discrepancies Committee adjourns after deciding to delay nominee consideration based on new discrepancies.

The Arizona Legislature has taken a bold step by postponing a Senate director nomination due to alarming new discrepancies, prioritizing integrity and transparency in government.

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Arizona lawmakers advance bills limiting immigration enforcement and diversity initiatives Arizona Senate approves bills restricting immigration officer access and banning DEI practices in hiring.

Arizona lawmakers are advancing controversial bills that could reshape immigration enforcement in schools and eliminate diversity initiatives in state hiring practices.

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Arizona House advances controversial Bill 2062 defining gender and protecting single sex spaces Arizona lawmakers advance HB 2062, clarifying definitions and data collection related to gender and sex.

Arizona lawmakers are shaking up the legislative landscape with two pivotal bills that could redefine government efficiency and gender policies.

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Arizona lawmakers clash over controversial gender identity bill amid emotional testimonies Lawmakers debate bill on gender identity, emphasizing safety and representation for marginalized communities.

Emotions ran high in Arizona as lawmakers clashed over a controversial gender identity bill, with personal stories highlighting the struggle between safety and representation.

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