Issue 16 - April 26, 2013

Legislative Overview

Today marks the 103rd day of the First Regular Session of the 51st Legislature. The 100th day of session came and went without much fanfare as legislative activity remains minimal. It appears that the Legislature may begin holding floor sessions three days a week as a reflection of the reduced workload and to provide legislators greater opportunity to spend more time in their respective districts. This week saw Medicaid once again serving as the chief issue at the Capitol as reports continue regarding the challenges such legislation would face in both chambers. With the current obstacles facing the Medicaid expansion issue, which will have a significant impact on Arizona's fiscal outlook now and into the future, there has been little development on budget negotiations. Discussions regarding tax simplification are ongoing and progress apace.

Other Bills of Note

(All bills being actively monitored by the League can be found here.)

Bill Number - Short Title - Subject(s)
HB 2138: municipalities; right-of-way; transfer - annexation

HB 2404: NOW: building codes; energy efficiency - regulation

SB 1470: NOW: prohibited tax; dedicated property tax - finance

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