Arizona House of Representatives Committee on Regulatory Affairs Report of Regular Meeting (February 14, 2024)

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The report of the February 14, 2024 regular meeting of the Arizona House of Representatives Committee on Regulatory Affairs, Fifty-sixth Legislature, Second Regular Session, chaired by Representative Hendrix with Representative McGarr as Vice-Chairman. The meeting convened at 2:38 P.M. and adjourned at 4:11 P.M. The committee action table records do-pass votes on HB2713, HB2864, HB2738 and HB2618, a DPA/SE action on HCR2052, and HB2663, HB2739 and HB2740 as held. Attachments include the meeting agenda, a Request to Speak report listing positions and comments on bills such as HB2290 on certificates of operation and HB2679 on hemp-derived products, bill summaries and roll call votes. The HB 2740 summary states that the bill repeals the State Board of Dispensing Opticians.

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ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session

COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY AFFAIRS

Report of Regular Meeting
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
House Hearing Room 5 -- UPON ADJOURNMENT OF SPECIAL RA

Convened 2:38 P.M.
Recessed
Reconvened

Adjourned 4:11 P.M.

Members Present

Representative Crews

Representative Hernandez
Representative Payne

Representative Pefia

Representative McGarr, Vice-Chairman
Representative Hendrix, Chairman

Agenda
Original Agenda — Attachment |

Request to Speak
Report — Attachment 2

Committee Attendance
Report — Attachment 3

Committee Action

Bill Action
HB2713. DP
HB2864 DP
HB2738 DP
HB2290 =FATLED
HCR2052 DPA/SE
HB2618 DP
HB2679 ~=FATILED
HB2663 HELD
HB2739 HELD
HB2740 HELD

Members Absent

Vote

6-0-0-0
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5-0-0-1
2-4-0-0
4-2-0-0
6-0-0-0
1-5-0-0

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Attachments
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(Original attachments on file in the Office of the Chief Clerk; video archives available at http:/Ayww.azleg.gov)

COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY AFFAIRS

February 14, 2024
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REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY AFFAIRS

DATE Wednesday, February 14, 2024 ROOM HHR5 TIME 2:60-PM

Upon adjournment of special

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Members of the public may access a livestream of the meeting here:
https://www.azleg.gov/videoplayer/?clientID=6361162879&eventID=202402 1064

Members:
Representative Crews Representative Payne Representative McGarr, Vice-Chairman
Representative Hernandez A Representative Petia Representative Hendrix, Chairman
Bills Short Title Strike Everything Title
Af HB2290 certificates of operation; interfacility transfers

(Kolodin: Jones, Martinez, et al)

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HB2618 p spirituous liquor; DHS; inspection; exemption

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HB2663 . homeowners’ associations; assessment liens
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Bills Short Title

4 HB2738 7 O DIFI; title companies; recorded documents

(Hendrix)

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HB2739 homeopathic board; repeal
Held. (Hendrix: Gillette, Heap, et al)
RA, RULES

HB2740 y | board of dispensing opticians; repeal
(Hendrix: Gillette, Heap, et al)

RA, RULES

ma HB2864
(Griffin: Diaz, Dunn)

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cottage food; freeze-dried; preparation

Strike Everything Title

S/E; naturopathic board; homeopathic board;
consolidation

S/E: rulemaking; legislative authority

ORDER OF BILLS TO BE SET BY THE CHAIRMAN

02/13/2024

People with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations such as interpreters, alternative formats, or
assistance with physical accessibility. If you require accommodations, please contact the Chief Clerk's Office at

(602) 926-3032 or through Arizona Relay Service 7-1-1.

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Information Registered on the Request to Speak System

House Regulatory Affairs (2/14/2024)

HB2290, certificates of operation: interfacility transfers

Testified in support:

Jennifer Carusetta, PHOENIX CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL; Damien Johnson, AZ HOSPITAL & HEALTHCARE ASSN; Jim
Adamson, representing self; Aaron Mickelson, representing self; Tom Caretto, PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS OF
ARIZONA

Testified as opposed:
Meghaen Dell'Artino, HEALTHCARE INNOVATIONS, INC; Jeremy Browning, NORTHERN ARIZONA HEALTHCARE;
Todd Jaramillo, representing self

Support:

Stuart Goodman, DIGNITY HEALTH; John MacDonald, MARICOPA COUNTY SPECIAL HEALTHCARE DISTRICT; Julie
Graham, representing self; Chris Clark, QUEEN CREEK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE; Richard Sherry, representing self;
Ryan Peters, CHANDLER, CITY OF; aaron salvo, representing self; Kelly VanDahm, representing self; Ryan Lee,
GLENDALE, CITY OF; Courtney Coolidge, AZ CHAMBER OF COMMERCE; Ginna Carico, GOODYEAR, CITY OF; Hank
Roberson, representing self; Brandon Hestand, representing self; Sarah Watts, GILBERT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE;
Mackenzie Shane, GREATER PHOENIX CHAMBER OF COMMERCE; Christina Corieri, YUMA REGIONAL MEDICAL
CENTER; Haley Rahlf, GOODYEAR, CITY OF; Eric Barkyoumb, representing self; !sabel Booth, representing self; Sara
Patterson, representing self; Jackie Malamitsas, representing self; Debra Martell, representing self; Jeffrey Jackson,
representing self; jen wong, representing self; Jeremy Murdock, representing self; Sandy Habowski, representing
self; Luke Smith, representing self; Shirley Gunther, DIGNITY HEALTH; will humble, AZ PUBLIC HEALTH
ASSOCIATION; Meghan McCabe, AZ HOSPITAL & HEALTHCARE ASSN

Oppose:

Emily Ryan, PRIORITY AMBULANCE, LLC; Tom Dorn, AMERICAN MEDICAL RESPONSE, River Medical; John Flynn, AZ
FIRE DISTRICT ASSN; Douglas Lowden, NORTHERN ARIZONA HEALTHCARE; Brian Murray, FLAGSTAFF, CITY OF;
Vince H. Martinez, representing self

All Comments:

Damien Johnson, AZ HOSPITAL & HEALTHCARE ASSN: | would like to speak in support of the bill on behalf of the
Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association.; Jim Adamson, Self: On behalf of Yuma regional medical center.; John
MacDonald, MARICOPA COUNTY SPECIAL HEALTHCARE DISTRICT: Support with committee amendment.; Sarah
Watts, GILBERT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Quality patient care should remain at the forefront of the conversation,
and House Bill 2290 will allow patients to receive proper care in an expeditious manner.; Mackenzie Shane,
GREATER PHOENIX CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Signing in supportive of HB2290 on behalf of the greater phoenix
chamber.; Eric Barkyoumb, Self: Please consider passing this legislation for the sake of ensuring timely and efficient
medical transportation for patients!; Jackie Malamitsas, Self: AZ is the only state currently with a CON. The CON is
detrimental to our patients and communities, as ambulance times continue to be significantly delayed, even in
critical instances. This bill is essential in improving our healthcare outcomes.; Jeffrey Jackson, Seif: Patients are

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waiting hours to be transported to a higher level of care. insufficient supply of medical transportation are putting
patients at risk and limiting access to the appropriate care.; will humble, AZ PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION: This
improves patient care by letting hospital systems transfer patients more quickly so patients get more prompt care.
Don't let existing CON holders cry poor - they're compensated handsomely & get automatic rate increases per ARS
36-2234 & 22391; Meghan McCabe, AZ HOSPITAL & HEALTHCARE ASSN: Happy to answer any questions or address
any issues on behalf of our 75+ hospital members statewide.; Jeremy Browning, NORTHERN ARIZONA
HEALTHCARE: The amendment language in 36-2248 creates unintended consequences. Removing the 36-2248
language and replacing "MAY, BUT NEED NOT" with “SHALL" in 36-2255 would solve the unintended consequences
issue.; Todd Jaramillo, Self: Current process allows for hospitals to apply. This bill doesn't address patient safety,
improved patient outcomes, or financial impacts to the healthcare system.; John Flynn, AZ FIRE DISTRICT ASSN:
The AFDA is opposed to establishing a separate regulatory process for hospital based ambulance services. All
Arizona ambulance services should be regulated under the CON process to ensure fair and equitable treatment for
all ambulance services.; Brian Murray, FLAGSTAFF, CITY OF: Flagstaff respectfully requests that the bill be amended
to address unintended consequences that could impact northern Arizona.; Vince H. Martinez, Self: This bill has
unintended negative consequences for the rural CON providers providing 911 response & non-emergent
transports. it allows unfair billing practices, all patients need to be billed as per ADHS BEMSTS set rates. itis a
metro urban issue!

HB2618, spirituous liquor; DHS: inspection: exemption

Support:

Rob Fullmer, ARIZONA CRAFT BREWERS GUILD; Todd Baughman, WINE INSTITUTE; Steve Barclay, BEER & WINE
DISTRIBUTORS OF ARIZONA; Dan Bogert, AZ RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION; Or Garrison Ellam, ARIZONA CRAFT
PRODUCERS ASSN; Alan Everett, representing self; Kristan Drewes, representing self; Dylan DeMiguel, representing
self; Kali Gajewski, representing self; Andrew Bauman, representing self; Adam Wojcik, representing self; Don
Isaacson, Arizona Licensed Beverage Association; Marie Isaacson, AZ LICENSED BEVERAGE ASSN; Tom Farley, WINE
AND SPIRITS WHOLESALE ASSOCIATION OF ARIZONA

All Comments:

Dr Garrison Eilam, ARIZONA CRAFT PRODUCERS ASSN: This bill makes all non-potentially hazardous beverage
alcohol on par and equal to other non-potentially hazardous beverage; Kali Gajewski, Self: Health Department
{ADHS) from impacting and permitting beer wine and spirits products that are already permitted by the Federal
government and the Department of Liquor and Licensing Control. (AZDLLC) at special events, fairs, and fests.;
Andrew Bauman, Self: Already licensed suppliers, distributors and retailers have established protocols for these
events. Adding additional licensing and bureaucracy will dissuade vendors from participating in valuable
fundraisers for Arizona non-profits.; Adam Wojcik, Self: Adam Wojcik-PHX Beer Co; These events support our
industry in promoting and selling our products and charitable organizations through event proceeds. These events
are challenged with red tape and increasing resource costs

HB2663, homeowners’ associations: assessment liens

Support:
Dennis J Legere, ARIZONA HOMEOWNERS COALITION; Roseanne and Steve Elson, representing self; Kathryn
Kendall, representing self; Pierre Desombre, representing self; Tamara Jackson, representing self; Lynne Weaver,
representing self; Fred Fischer, representing self; Tony Velez, representing self; Sean Baguley, representing self;
Ron Meyerink, representing self; Kurt Gronlund, representing self; Samuel Paparazzo, representing self; Eva Kuo,
representing self; Catherine McGurk, representing self; Douglas Kupel, representing self; Wayne Dwight,
representing self; Joyce DeBolt, representing self; Lynda Christner, representing self; Linda Ross, representing self;
Margaret Mandell, representing self; Louise Candelaria, representing self; Michael Peters, representing self; Debra
Lynn Corey, representing self; Karen Cwiak, representing self; Lisa Marx, representing self; Raymond Wasson,
representing self; Kathleen Harden-Wasson, representing self; Thomas Van Dan Elzen, representing self; Kathleen
Garing, representing self; Sid Leach, representing self; Mark LaPaim, representing self; John Krahn, representing
self; Gloria Leach, representing self; Candace Boening, representing self; Eric Kadel, representing self; DEAN
YELENIK, representing self; brenda simon, representing self; CYNTHIA BLACK, representing self; Douglas Simon,
representing self; Barbara Kunkel, representing self; Dr. Corinna Saldanha, representing self; Teresa Pinter,
representing self; Greg Williams, representing self; Lora Rudolph, representing self; Theresa Kim West,
representing self; Rod Lippert, representing self; Stephen Gordon, representing self; Joy LaCombe, representing
self; Pamela Maddern, representing self; Barbara Lorraine, representing self; Sharon Johnson, representing self;
Denise Priddy, representing self; Nancy Barto, representing self; Corinne Braun, representing self; Margaret Lewis,
representing self; Teresa Hosterman, representing self; Clinton Friday, representing self; Doris Montrose,
representing self; Carole Gates, representing self; Richard Hosterman, representing self; Gloria Hill Hupe,
representing self; Kathy Dehler, representing self; Michael Baldridge, representing self; Laurie Santoro,
representing self; Rich Santoro, representing self; Kathy Riazi, representing self; Candra Adams, representing self

Oppose:
Lynelle Glysson, representing self; Jason Smith, representing self; Kevin O'Reilly, representing self; Mary Jo Edel,
representing self; Wendy Stofa, representing self; Jenna Perkins, representing self

All Comments:

Dennis J Legere, ARIZONA HOMEOWNERS COALITION: This is vital legislation to clarify and strengthen existing law.
it wili also end the predatory collection practices employed by HOA attorneys to exploit a perceived loophole in
the current law, to prevent homeowners from paying off their debt.; Roseanne and Steve Eison, Self: not in person;
Kathryn Kendall, Self: Speak not in person; Pierre Desombre, Self: Not in person.; Tamara Jackson, Self: | will not
speak in person to the committee.; Lynne Weaver, Self: Precinct Captain, State Committeeman. Please support this
bill in support of Homeowners living in HOAs.; Ron Meyerink, Self: Submitted to emphasize my support.; Eva Kuo,
Self: | support HB2663 which clarifies and strengthens existing law; | will not be able to speak in person to the
committee.; Greg Williams, Self: We support this bill, but cannot speak in person.; Nancy Barto, Self: Please place
onan agenda.; Margaret Lewis, Self: | will not speak in person to the Committee, but ! am in favor of HB2663; Doris
Montrose, Self: | will not speak in person to the committee.; Candra Adams, Self: | will not speak in person.

HB2679, regulation: hemp-derived products.

Testified in support:
Sully Sullivan, Hemp Industry Trade Association; Steve Cottrell, representing self; Allison Stein, representing self

Testified as opposed:

John Hartsell, representing self; Ryan Hermansky, representing self; Chris Lindsey, representing self; Rachael Ross,
representing self; Christopher Hudalla, representing self; Bennie Dimas, representing self; Michael Peyron,
representing self
Support:

Rob Fullmer, ARIZONA CRAFT BREWERS GUILD; Kristan Drewes, representing self; Dylan DeMiguel, representing
self; Kali Gajewski, representing self; Andrew Bauman, representing self; Mitchell Kamp, representing self; Adam
Wojcik, representing self; Dan Bogert, AZ RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION

Neutral:
Robert Smook, representing self

Oppose:

ann torrez, Arizona Dispensaries Association; Paulina Villalon, representing self; Nicholas Caronna, representing
self; Douglas Cole, COPPERSTATE FARMS; Susan Cannata, AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS - AZ CHAPTER;
Robert Dalager, CURALEAF; Arvin Saloum, representing self; Jennifer Carusetta, PHOENIX CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL;
Allison Benedict, representing self; Kassi Kindlesparker, representing self; Tara Brown, representing self; Andrew
Bauer, representing self; Tara Brown, representing self; Joseph Suarez, representing self; Tamara Suarez,
representing self; Keith Power, representing self; Jack Sternheim, representing self; Courtney Hermansky,
representing self; Shawn Falconbridge, representing self; Alison Walsh, representing self; Megan Russell,
representing self; Christina Lee, representing self; Arielle Kuritzky-Havens, representing self; Paula Shapiro,
representing self; Nicholas Kiminaia, representing self; Maddy Gruber, representing self; Lindsay Stewart,
representing self; Gerry Lee, representing self; Lynne Lee, representing self; Ely Ayala, representing self; Abigail
Gonzales, representing self; Renault Kassab, representing self; Jessica Kelley, representing self; Chris Lindsey,
representing self; Rob Hart, representing self; Ariel Gonzales, representing self; Jeremy Jordan, representing self;
Nate Lipton, representing self; stef swiergol, representing self; shawn williams, representing self; melissa bath,
representing self; curtis devine, representing self; ali presler, representing self; debbie hunter, representing self;
courtney schmerfeld, representing self; melinda mcdonald, representing self; holly alexander, representing self;
joanne meaney, representing self; john mcdonald, representing self; alicia paredes, representing self; sarah
wheeler, representing self; marie saloum, representing self; carmen toma, representing self; shawna johnson,
representing self; Jenner ackerman, representing self; michael winn, representing self; amy st.john, representing
self; ryan thomas, representing self; dina miller, representing self; barb hansen, representing self; Pele Fischer,
Arizona Dispensaries Association; karina aguilar, representing self; carlos soltero, representing self; destiny galindo,
representing self; marcus reardon, representing self; ryan tatum, representing self; ana garcia, representing self;
chelsea mulligan, representing self; aaron overton, representing self; andy brassington, representing self; mark
myer, representing self; pamela epstein, representing self; sarah tram, representing self; antonio lopez,
representing self; eugene shapiro, representing self; michael obrien, representing self; heidi cross, representing
self; jacob lawson, representing self; jenny maleitzke, representing self; anders mintz, representing self; karen
guerrero, representing self; katy vittera, representing self; kate haugh, representing self; sara valencia,
representing self; fernando garcia, representing self; kelly tompkins, representing self; tammy stewart,
representing self; alexis krisay, representing self; paula shapiro, representing self; josh gile, representing self; justin
gilmore, representing self; erin pollinger, representing self; vijay paul, representing self; doug daly, representing
self; michelle barragan, representing self; Leah Sigety, representing self; ian krass, representing self; Whitney
Allardyce, representing self; John Adams, representing self; William Myer, representing self; Mario Paredes,
representing self; Susan Hwang, representing self; Todd Koishigawa, representing self

All Comments:

Steve Cottrell, Self: This product is already tested. Please regulate this and keep it available; Kali Gajewski, Self: |
am for allowing Hemp derived products to be created. | am a brewery owner and | believe this will be good for
business and my business.; Andrew Bauman, Self: This bill brings reasonable regulation to an unregulated product.
Establishing age requirements and limiting distribution to licensees who have infrastructure and training in place
to sell responsibly, makes this a reasonable bill.; Adam Wojcik, Self: Adam Wojcik - PHX Beer Co; We support this
bill. Given an ever changing market, AZ craft brewers should have opportunities for additional production options
to assist in driving revenue.; Allison Stein, Self: Technology is failing me, I’m with epic policy group representing
ARIZONA NORML. Trying to get the glitch worked out sorry.; John Hartsell, Self: Providing experience and expertise
regarding safe and compliant packaging for Cannabis and Cannabis-related products.; Rachael Ross, Self: |} ama
veteran and mother, | want to protect our youth and to protect our health.; Christopher Hudalla, Self: Ph. D.
analytical chemist with 35 years of research experience, 10 of which have been focused on cannabis.; Arvin Saloum,
Self: Hemp should be regulated w adult use marijuana; John Adams, Self: it will cost the State millions of dollars in
tax revenue. It will b sold on every street corner, it will allow non Arizona products to enter the Arizona Market
place. it does not benefit anyone other than a small group or retailers; William Myer, Self: | am against HB2679.

HB2713, transportation network companies: liability

Testified in support:
Kelsey Lundy, LYFT; Francisco Avalos, representing self

Testified as opposed:
Barry M. Aarons, AZ TRIAL LAWYERS ASSOCIATION

Oppose:

Janice Goldstein, Arizona Trial Lawyers Association; Claire Bickel, representing self

HB2738, DIFI: title companies: recorded documents

Support:

Matt Contorelli, Arizona Association Of Realtors

Oppose:
Connie Martin, representing self; Teri Grunewald, representing self; Peter Asencio, representing self; Susan Garvey,
representing self; Lauren King, LAND TITLE ASSOCIATION OF ARIZONA {LTAA)

All Comments:

Peter Asencio, Self: |am a PC, Husband, Father.; Lauren King, LAND TITLE ASSOCIATION OF ARIZONA {LTAA): The
LTAA opposes the bill in its current form but is in agreement with the bill sponsor on legislative intent. We look
forward to working together on an amendment that addresses our concerns.

HB2739, homeopathic board: repeal

Support:

Kenneth Bierman, representing self; Kathleen Pettycrew, representing self; James Scheid, representing self; Sharon
Lee, representing self; Martha O'Connor, representing self; Kathleen Dubbs, representing self; Marie Thearle,
representing self; Nancy Lecrone Nonini, representing self; Greg Parsons, representing self
Neutral:
David Geriminsky, representing self

Oppose:

Catherine Niemiec, President PIHMA Acupuncture College, representing self; Gayle Baingo, representing self;
Justine Case, representing self; Cindy Nablo, representing self; Shannon Whiteaker, Envita Medical Centers; Shawn
Centers MD(H)}, representing self; Barbro Checkett, representing self; Dianne Post, representing self; Warren
Woodward, representing self; Kendra Schaner, representing self; Michelle Dillard, representing self; Ann
Dermanelian, representing self; Carol Cherry, representing self; Veronica Empringham, representing self; Jessica
Luna, representing self; Charmaine Roth, representing self; Diane Spence, representing self; Melanie Adams,
representing self; Alison Klotnia, representing self; Darla Kissling, representing self; Mary Ann Johnston,
representing self; Vickie Parks, representing self; Patricia Lowman, representing self; Janet Louchheim,
representing self; Rachel Walden, representing self; Jennifer Rydzewski, representing self; Aaron Strassberg,
representing self; Dennis Morey, representing self; Jacqueline Quinn, representing self; Ursula Conway,
representing self; Michelle Verna, representing self; Teresa Malo, representing self; Deborah McDermott,
representing self; Doris Mills, representing self; Lois Shugarr, representing self; Theresa Breithaupt, representing
self; Karen Sherrell, representing self; Kelly Meixler, representing self; April Havey, representing self; Jennifer
Centers, representing self; Lisa Platt, representing self; Jan Krygier, representing self; Shannon Whiteaker, Phoenix
institute Of Herbal Medicine & Acupuncture (PIHMA), College & Clinic.; Nicole Hightower, representing self; Cailie
Jones, representing self

All Comments:

Greg Parsons, Self: Snake oils do not work.; Catherine Niemiec, President PIHMA Acupuncture College, Self: As
President of the American Medical College of Homeopathy located here in Phoenix, we oppose repeal of the board
due to public safety to ensure standards of safe practice and training, as well as regulation of medical
professionals.; Gayle Baingo, Self: | urge you to vote NO on HB2739, | am against HB2739.; Justine Case, Self:
Citizens need to have a choice in their medical care. Repealing the Homeopathic Board will negatively impact the
availability of integrative and natural medicines in our State. Please do not assist Big Pharma in removing all of our
choices.; Cindy Nablo, Self: Please vote against this to maintain health freedom and choices.; Shannon Whiteaker,
Envita Medical Centers: N/A; Warren Woodward, Self: Arizona is a beacon for those seeking holistic healing
practices, attracting people from across the nation. This net only supports individuals' health journeys but also
contributes significantly to our economy. Who benefits then from HB2739?; Melanie Adams, Self: Patients should
be able to explore all aspects of medical care as a right to medical freedom. Basic standards of practice regarding
patient care is important for medical safety.; Darla Kissling, Self: Please leave this board alone.; Mary Ann
Johnston, Self: My body, My Choice. Not everybody is on board with Western Medicine.; Vickie Parks, Self: Please
support an individuals right to their own health decisions and support integrative medicine!!; Jennifer Rydzewski,
Self: My Body, My Choice! Stop interfering with how and what medical services people choose. This is AMERICA
and EVERYONE has the right to choose what works for THEM! Medicine is NOT a ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL.; Aaron
Strassberg, Self: We need options and big pharma and their murderous ways needs way more accountability...also,
i day, 1 vote, no machines and precinct voting is needed with restricted mail in ballots. God bless; Dennis Morey,
Self: Please support integrative medicine and vote NO on HB2739; Jacqueline Quinn, Self: This is another way to
remove options and freedoms for legal residents of Arizona and we can all see that; Michelle Verna, Self: |; Teresa
Malo, Self: Please hold until we have more carefully reviewed.; Deborah McDermott, Self: This bill will restrict
medical freedom and options for people who are ill and need help. Please vote against this bill.; Theresa
Breithaupt, Self: Arizona is a beacon for those seeking holistic and alternative care and it contributes significantly
to our local economy and the state's revenue. The question arises: who stands to benefit from challenging valuable
board? NO to HB2739; Karen Sherrell, Self: AZ is a beacon for those seeking holistic and alternative healing
practices, attracting individuals from across the nation. This not only supports individuals' health journeys but also
contributes significantly to our local economy and state revenue; Lisa Platt, Self: N/A; Jan Krygier, Self:
Homeopathy is an important part of good health for many. It deserves to be acknowledged as such. Repealing the
Board is a first step toward repealing homeopathy in AZ.; Shannon Whiteaker, Phoenix Institute Of Herbal
Medicine & Acupuncture (PIHMA), College & Clinic.: N/A; David Geriminsky, Self: Executive Director of
Homeopathy Board

HB2740, board of dispensing opticians: repeal

Oppose:

Don Isaacson, Arizona Optometric Association; Dale Nyblade, representing self; Suzanne Coleman, representing
self; Megan Darian, representing self; Marie Isaacson, AZ OPTOMETRIC ASSN; Lucinda Horta, representing self;
Terry Brown, representing self; Sheri Mayes, representing self; Michael Oppat, representing self; Claire Bickel,
representing self; James McClafferty, representing self; Catherine Peterson, representing self; Vittoria Giovannucci,
representing self; Lori Scott, representing self

All Comments:

Suzanne Coleman, Self: Opticians have been licensed in Arizona for decades because the state decided back in
1956 that they are better served when opticians are both educated and licensed. Arizonans are better protected
by competent opticians providing quality eyewear.; Terry Brown, Self: VP of Operations for Optometrist and wish
to speak to the importance of the Dispensing Optician; Lori Scott, Self: Opticians make glasses and/or dispense
contacts to citizens of Arizona. They need to be licensed to ensure they are proficient in what they do. It is a safety

issue for consumers.

HB2864, cottage food: freeze-dried: preparation

Support:

Dr Garrison Ellam, representing self; Peter Faur, representing self

All Comments:
Dr Garrison Ellam, Self: Fully support

HCR2052, rulemaking; legislative approval

Support:
imma B Laffin, representing self; Connie Martin, representing self; Sue Unverricht, representing self; Teri
Grunewald, representing self; Peter Asencio, representing self; Susan Garvey, representing self

Oppose:

Joan Murphy, representing self; Sandy Bahr, Sierra Club - Grand Canyon Chapter; kathleen mayer, representing
self; Dave Long, representing self; Janie Hydrick, representing self; Jeanne Devine, representing self; Pat
VanMaanen, representing self; Steve Ramos, representing self; Judith Simons, representing self; Mary Pradelt,
representing self; Judith K. Moll, representing self; Barbara Warren, representing self; Janet Larkin, representing
self; Sandra Kravetz, representing self; Steven Linder, representing self; Marguerite Chaikin, representing self;
Rebecca Smith Gross, representing self; Judith Robbins, representing self; Peggie Jo Vincent, representing self;
marilyn duerbeck, representing self; Maria Salvucci, representing self; Kevin Brown, representing self; Beverly
Janowitz-Price, representing self; Eve Shapiro, representing self; Jeanne Casteen, representing self; Kenneth
Bierman, representing self; Susan Doherty, representing self; Beatriz Urrea, representing self; Alisa McMahon,
representing self; Michael Fiflis, representing self; Raquel Mamani, representing self; Karen Syversen, representing
self; Wes Oswald, representing self; Sallie Kladnik, representing self; Christina Mollica, representing self; Sandra
Weir, representing self; Dianne Post, AZ NATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR WOMEN (NOW)}, Self; Cynthia Couture,
representing self; Carol Maas, representing self; Sherrilynn James, representing self; Kathleen Pettycrew,
representing self; Donita Ramos, representing self; Meg Weesner, representing self; James Scheid, representing
self; Daniella Smith, Arizona Coalition For Working Families; Bryna Koch, representing self; Helen Kim, representing
self; Nicky Indicavitch, representing self; Catherine Sigmon, representing self; Sharon Kirsch, representing self;
Katherine Doman Sheydayi, representing self; Elizabeth Schauer, representing self; Elizabeth Goff, representing
self; Gail Kamaras, representing self; Charlie Silver, representing self; Cynthia Hans, representing self; Robert
Stansfield, representing self; Becky Sayler, representing self; Susan Morris, representing self; Brent Gibbs,
representing self; Jim Moran, representing self; Kathy Fraser, representing self; marcia stewart, representing self;
Sharon Lee, representing self; Kathleen Dubbs, representing self; Charlene Hoffman, representing self; Jana Segal,
representing self; Daniel Stormont, representing self; Regina Pennington, representing self; Liana Moran,
representing self; Kimberlee McClure, representing self; Theresa Paszkiewicz, representing self; Jacqueline deSa,
representing self; Linda Gross, representing self; Beth Lewis, SAVE OUR SCHOOLS ARIZONA, Self; Penny Boone,
representing self; Donna Walkuski, representing self; Nelson Morgan, representing self; Linda Edwards,
representing self; Marilyn Murov, representing self; Robert Larson, representing self; Steve Gorman-Hackstadt,
representing self; Valerie Policastro Edie, representing self; Claire Bickel, representing self; Sherman Dorn,
representing self; Jennifer Dawson, representing self; Linda Ekstrum, representing self; Jo Ann Caruthers,
representing self; Annarose Lilly, representing self; Mariann Leahy, representing self; Melissa Galarza, representing
self; Frederick James, representing self; Marilynn Steffen, representing self; Cynthia Wagner, representing self;
Mary Nelson, representing self; David Myers, representing self; Teresa Kelleher, representing self; Robert Fisher,
representing self; Kathleen Butler, representing self; Eric Harris, representing self; Karolyn Switzer, representing
self; Heather Gookin, representing self; Carly Mahlmeister, representing seif; Kathryn Pensinger, representing self;
William S. James, representing self; Jerrold Borchardt, representing self; joan hall, representing self; Lucy Marshall,
representing self; Nancy Hancock, representing self; Linda Block, representing self; Christopher Cerrato,
representing self; Margaret Adams , representing self; Margaret Lacey, representing self; Gary Rulapaugh,
representing self; Barbara Larson, representing self; Julian Donahue, representing self; leadawn anderton,
representing self; Marcia Tingley, representing self; Rebecca Haynes, representing self; Kathy Pyner, representing
self; ALICE BUCK, representing self; Laurie Munn, representing self; Margaret Tinsley, representing self; Kari Hull,
representing self; Stephen Coyle, representing self; Jennifer Jones, representing self; Murdock Holloway,
representing self; Emily Norton, representing self; Paula Feely, representing self; Jill Anderson, representing self;
Marie Thearle, representing self; Marilyn Coyle, representing self; Alexandra Dubois, representing self; Linda Paul,
representing self; Loretta O'Connor, representing self; Donna Corbin, representing self; Martha O'Connor,
representing self; Diane Klock, representing self; Leslie Stallcop, representing self; John Propster, representing self;
Kathy Boltz, representing self; Heather Schlemmer, representing self; Ruth Shea, representing self; Kathleen
Schanus-Gohl, representing self; Janice Dwosh, representing self; Dee Maitland, representing self; William Bowlus-
Root, representing self; Jackie Rich, representing self; Leda DeVlieger, representing self; Karen Gresham,
representing self; Julie Golding, representing self; Bonnie Oakes, representing self; Charlotte Lis, representing self;
jeff green, representing self; Christine Keitges, representing self; Jeri Dow, representing self; Melinda lyer, SAVE
OUR SCHOOLS ARIZONA, Self; Nancy Lecrone Nonini, representing self; Kirstin Woodburne, representing self;
Martin Grossman, representing self; Paula Kaper, representing self; Alicia Lucas, representing self; Erica Hansen,
representing self; Rebecca Olsen McHood, representing self; Mary Santy, representing self; Marilyn Childs,
representing self; Dorothy Reed-Inman, representing self; Mariette Francis, representing self; Joseph Alexander,
representing self; Carol Garnett, representing self; William Yohey, representing self; Janet Senf, representing self;
Alexei Sheydayl, representing self; Michael Pyska, representing self; Janet Johnson, representing self; Francis Glad,
representing self; Saher Afzal, representing self; Alicia Vaughan, representing self; RITA DEPUYDT, representing
self; Margaret Winchell, representing self; Shelley Stephenson, representing self; Rachael Clawson, representing
self; Shelly Gordon-Gray, representing self; Kathryn Anderson, representing self; Matthew Nelson, representing
self; Larry Scoufos, representing self; Gary Townsend, representing self; Monica Bills, representing self; Gayle
Meredith, representing self; Lawrence Peters, representing self; Marilyn Rodriguez, Rural Arizona Action (RAZA);
Diane McQueen, representing self; Aaron Torrance, representing self; Nicole Fordey, representing self; Lisa
Calderon, representing self; April Beauboeuf, representing self; Eric Kadel, representing self; Tre Byrd, representing
self; Jeanne Hardie, representing self; Gary Beverly, representing self; Sarah Bihms LD29, representing self; Ron
Brinkman, representing self; Larry Thomas, representing self; Katharine Donahue, representing self; Elissa Karn,
representing self; Nancy Pemberton, representing self; Susan Heck, representing self; Janie Smieszek, representing
self; Barbara Jones, representing self; Nancee K Wood, representing self; Carol Stolte, representing self; Greg
Parsons, representing self; Lois Hansen, representing self; Sharon Arnst, representing self; Pamela Chittenden,
representing self; JOHN FIENE, representing self; Carol Campbell, representing self; Rebecca Shook, representing
self; Sundrop Carter, representing self; George Ehrlich, representing self; Sheila Green, representing self; Sharon
Ehrlich, representing self; Kathleen Woessner, representing self; Aaron Essif, representing self; Cassio Saverino,
representing self; Stevan Mrdalj, representing self; Nevena Mrdalj, representing self; Leslie Hanson, representing
self; Evan Deaubl, representing self; Jessica Ebel, representing self; Andrea Golfen, representing self; Don Howard,
representing self; Connie Cockrell, representing self; Julie Bufkin, representing self; Valarie Bryant, representing
self; Salie Travis, representing self; Joan Doherty, representing self; Devon Sloan, representing self; Lisa Koenig,
representing self; Patricia Moran, representing self; Douglas Cain, representing self; Peggy Church, representing
self; Nadya Laliberte, representing self; Rivko Knox, representing self; Alondra Morales Sanchez, representing self;
Alison Danis, representing self; Joan Rost, representing self; Hazel Heinzer, representing self; Kathryn Dorn,
representing self; Beth Ballmann, representing self; Salil Deshpande, representing self

All Comments:

Sue Unverricht, Self: Authority and responsibility for law should remain with elected officials - not un-elected
bureaucrats. Rules must be authorized and approved by elected officials.; Peter Asencio, Self: 1 am a PC, Husband,
Father.; Joan Murphy, Self: stop trying to micro-manage! Remember separation of powers???; kathleen mayer,
Self: this is ridiculous - way to grind the executive agencies to a halt, which i assume is the intent. also it violates
Separation of Powers; Jeanne Devine, Self: Maintain separation of powers.; Pat VanMaanen, Self: No to striker;
Marguerite Chaikin, Self: We have state agencies for a reason- mainly to provide the expertise needed to run
programs and evaluate results. Rule making is an essential part of this government practice. Please don't mimic
meaningless national fear based legislation in Az.; Judith Robbins, Self: Do not micro-manage state agencies with
legislators who are not experts in the fields. This bill would bog down our state agencies from effectively doing
their work. Vote NO; Alisa McMahon, Self: Stay in your lane. We have three branches of government for a reason.;
Michael Fiflis, Self: This bill would create enormous red tape and prevent the government from doing its jobs.;
James Scheid, Self: Vote NO. Moving to clean energy is good for the environment and the future of you kids and
grandkids. Arizona is having hotter summers are hotter than when | first moved here 22 years ago.; Gail Kamaras,
Self: Regulatory agencies and staff have the expertise that the legislature obviously lacks; Kathleen Dubbs, Self:
Legislative overreachl; Jana Segal, Self: This is a separation of powers issue. The people elected the Governor, not
the legislature to do this rule-making.; Daniel Stormont, Self: If every agency rule has to go through the legislature,
even for emergency rules, nothing will ever get implemented. This adds unnecessary bureaucracy in an obvious
attempt to prevent agencies like ADWR and ADEQ from making rules.; Penny Boone, Self: NO. This absurd
overreach would prevent our state agencies from effectively doing their jobs; Nelson Morgan, Self: State agencies
are there for a reason. They shouldn't be hamstrung in their basic operations.; Linda Edwards, Self: Too much
bureaucracy and meddling.; Jo Ann Caruthers, Self: Separation of powers issue.; Cynthia Wagner, Self: Please
present something meaningful that actually has an affect on AZ Citizens; David Myers, Self: Let the agencies do
their jobs. Don't micromanage.; Karolyn Switzer, Self: This bill would really gum up the works for state agencies --
or is that the plan?; Marcia Tingley, Self: Would prevent state agencies from doing their jobs. This has no place in
the state constitution.; Rebecca Haynes, Self: This absurd overreach would prevent our state agencies from
effectively doing their jobs.; Margaret Tinsley, Self: This is overreach into an executive function. Please vote no.;
Jennifer Jones, Self: State agencies are put in place to represent what is best for Arizonans. Let them do their jobs!;
Linda Paul, Self: The legisiature has more important issues than meddling in agency business.; Donna Corbin, Self:
Did someone say, power grab? Stay out of agency rule making and allow state agencies to do their jobs.; Jackie
Rich, Self: Separation of powers. The Executive Branch makes the rules, the Legislature makes the laws.; Melinda
lyer, SAVE OUR SCHOOLS ARIZONA, Self: absurd overreach would prevent our state agencies from effectively doing
their jobs.; Kirstin Woodburne, Self: This is an absurd overreach that would prevent our state agencies from
effectively doing their jobs.; Rebecca Olsen McHood, Self: You all can't even do your assigned jobs at the capitol.
Stop trying to usurp power from other agencies.; Carol Garnett, Self: This is just a power grab. Allow the agencies
to do their job.; William Yohey, Self: Work on bills that matter. The legislature does note to be reviewing agencies
rules.; Lawrence Peters, Self: Legislative overreach. R Big Brother government intrusion into the functioning of
state agencies. Waste of lawmaker time. R lawmakers should spend their time dealing with AZ water crisis and
fixing their $1 billion budget.; Diane McQueen, Self: This is a backhanded way of trying to eliminate parts of the
Voters Right to Know law.; Gary Beverly, Self: No to power grab by legislature.; Sarah Bihms LD29, Self: Reject
HCR2052 for its legislative overreach into agency rulemaking, hindering state agencies' ability to function
efficiently and effectively.; Katharine Donahue, Self: No more. Do your own work; Susan Heck, Self: Leg. overreach.
Find a different issue that affects real Arizonans and work to fix that. Giving schools more money would help. | five
in LD17.; Carol Stolte, Self: PREVENTS AGENCIES FROM DOING THEIR JOBS EFFICIENTLY; Greg Parsons, Self:
Separation of powers violation to start with, but clearly a way to prevent moving to clean energy or any other thing
good for the planet.; Lois Hansen, Self: This is government overreach and would prevent our state agencies from
effectively doing their jobs; Pamela Chittenden, Self: i’m pretty sure that jegislators are not experts in many
agencies; JOHN FIENE, Self: This is absolutely absurd. The agencies have the expertise to create their own rules.
Given the caliber of the bills | have seen go to committee this session, | can only imagine what such scrutiny would
bring. LD1 voter; Connie Cockrell, Self: terrible idea.; Salie Travis, Self: State agencies need to do their jobs!; Joan
Doherty, Self: Oppose; Rivko Knox, Self: The Legislature passes laws; state agencies enforce such by adopting rules,
that allow for public comment. Inserting the Leg. into rule making is inappropriate & unworkablell!; Kathryn Dorn,
Self: Since the Legislature can't even always get its act together in time to pass its own budget within a normal-
length session, NO, | do not want the Legislature to block each and every agency rule via sheer inaction|; Salil
Deshpande, Self: This violates the separation of powers between the executive and legislative branches. It is purely
a partisan bill meant to hamstring a Democratic governor. it would make our state government even more
bureaucratic.
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COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE RECORD

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Second Regular Session

HB 2713: transportation network companies; liability
Sponsor: Representative Livingston, LD 28
Committee on Regulatory Affairs

Overview

Specifies that a transportation network company (Network Company) is not liable for any
property damage, personal injury or wrongful death caused by a transportation network
driver (Network Driver) if certain criteria is met.

History
Statute defines Network Company as an entity that uses a digital network or software

application to connect passengers to transportation network services provided by company
drivers using vehicles of which the company does not own (A.R.S. § 28-9551). Statute outlines
the motor vehicle liability coverage for Network Drivers and taxi, livery or limousine drivers
that have accepted a ride request and are providing transportation to a passenger as:

1) primary commercial motor vehicle liability insurance covering a minimum of $250,000
per incident; and
2) primary commercial uninsured motorist coverage of a minimum of $250,000 per
incident.
Network Drivers must always carry proof of insurance while logged into the Network

Company's digital network and taxi, livery and limo drivers must carry proof of insurance at
all times while providing transportation services (A.R.S. §§ 28-4088, 28-4039).

Provisions

1. Stipulates that a Network Company is not liable for personal injury, property damage or
wrongful death from owning, operating or maintaining a digital network or software due
to a Network Driver being logged into the digital network if the Network Company:

a. is not negligent or acting in a criminal fashion;
b. fulfilled its obligations to the Network Driver; and

c. does not own or is not the custodian of the transportation network company vehicle.

C) Prop 105 (45 votes) OD Prop 108 (40 votes) (© Emergency (40 votes) [ Fiscal Note

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ROLL CALL VOTE

COMMITTEE ON Regulatory Affairs BILL NO. HB 2713

DATE February 14, 2024 MOTION: VL

PASS AYE NAY PRESENT | ABSENT

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Second Regular Session

HB 2864: cottage food; freeze-dried; preparation
Sponsor: Representative Griffin, LD 19
Committee on Regulatory Affairs

Overview
Adds freeze-dried fruits and vegetables to the list of acceptable cottage food products.

History
Statute requires the Director of the Department of Health Services (DHS) to adopt rules for

the regulation and oversight of food and drinks sold at retail, including standards for
producing, labeling, serving and transporting food products. State laws and rules also
prescribe requirements for food preparers, including training courses, certification and
registration with an online DHS registry. Rules prescribe sanitary conditions for warehouses,
restaurants and other premises, including trucks or vehicles where food or drink is produced,
stored, served or transported. State law exempts food and drink served at noncommercial
social events such as potlucks, home cooking schools and cottage food products.

Cottage food products prepared in a home kitchen may be offered for commercial sale if the
products are not potentially hazardous and do not require time and temperature control for
food safety. Approved foods in the cottage food products category include cakes, cookies,
breads, jams and jellies made from allowable fruits. Products must be packaged at home and
include an attached label that clearly identifies the name/registration number of the food
preparer. list of ingredients and a disclosure statement about the home kitchen and possible

allergens. (A.R.S. § 36-136).

Provisions
1. Adds precut and processed freeze-dried fruits and vegetables to the list of cottage food
products that do not need time or temperature contro] and are not potentially hazardous.

Gee. 1)
2. Makes technical changes. (Sec. 1)

£1 Prop 105 (45 votes) 1 Prop 108 (40 votes) [ Emergency (40 votes) 0 Fiscal Note

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ROLL CALL VOTE

COMMITTEE ON Regulatory Affairs BILL NO. HB 2864

DATE February 14, 2024 MOTION: Ws

PASS AYE NAY PRESENT | ABSENT

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To who it may concern 1-30-24

My name is Alexandria Rhodes, Llive in Safford Arizona and I am the Proud owner of
Space Snacks Freeze Diied Treats, I wanted to talk to you about an exciting opportunity to
support local businesses and promote healthier choices at vendor events in Arizona.

Currently, Arizona's cottage laws allow the sale of freeze-dried fruits and vegetables, but
there are some major limitations, These laws only permit the sale of whole freeze-dried
products and prohibit any pre-cut or processed options. All Fruits and vegetables need to be
cut up in order to be freeze dried properly.

I believe it's time to revisit and update these laws to better serve our community. By
expanding the cottage law to include pre-cut and processed freeze-dried fruits and vegetables,
we can offer a wider variety of nutritious options at vendor events, This change would not
only benefit health-conscious individuals but also support local businesses like mine, Space
Snacks.

Freeze-drying is an innovative preservation method that removes moisture from fruits
and vegetables while preserving their natural flavors and nutrients, By allowing vendors to sel]
pre-cut and processed freeze-dried products, we can provide convenient and delicious snacks
that cater to the diverse tastes and dietary preferences of event-goers. Other states have
embraced a more open approach and allow the sale of freeze dried products without the same
restrictions we have here in Arizona. By aligning our laws with these progressive states,
(Iowa, Hawaii) we can attract more businesses, create jobs, and provide consumers with a
wider range of healthy and convenient options, Let's seize this opportunity to make Arizona a
leader in supporting small businesses and promoting nutritious choices, Thank you for
considering this important change!

Thank you for your time and consideration. I truly appreciate your commitment to
supporting local businesses and promoting healthier choices in our ocommunity.

Warm regards,

Alexandria Rhodes

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HB 2738: DIFI; title companies; recorded documents
Sponsor: Representative Hendrix, LD 14
Committee on Regulatory Affairs

Overview
Prescribes the responsibility of the title insurance agent and the title insurer as it relates to

recorded documents.

History
The Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI) licenses and

regulates the title insurance industry as part of its duties. DIFI stipulates that a business
enterprise must be formed as a corporation or limited liability company and must be licensed
in Arizona to solicit business, collect premiums or countersign policies on a title insurer's
behalf. Additionally, a title insurance agent is a stock corporation or limited liability company
authorized by a title insurer to solicit insurance and collect premiums for insurance that
covers owners of real property or others with interest in the real property against loss or
damage suffered by liens, encumbrances, defects or unmarketability of the title to the

property (A.R.S. § 20-1562).

Provisions
1. States that a title insurance agent is solely responsible for all recorded documents related

to a property transaction. (Sec. 1)

2. Prohibits a title insurer from entering into any agreement with an insurance applicant,
owner or occupant of real property for which insurance has already been or may be issued
in the future, to do any of the following as it relates to the real property:

a) make any warranties about the existence or validity of recorded documents;

b) warrant the accuracy of any abstract of title;

ce) confirm that any preliminary report, commitment or binder is an accurate or complete
list of recorded documents affecting the real property;

d) insure, guarantee or indemnify the title insurer against loss or damage as outlined;

e) guarantee the correctness of searches relating to the real property title. (Sec. 2)

3. Stipulates that a title insurer who violates the provisions of this bill is lable for
reasonable attorney's fees in any court action or arbitration proceeding. (Sec. 2)

4. Specifies that an agreement obtained in violation of these provisions is deemed to be
against public policy and is void and unenforceable. (Sec. 2)

5. Makes technical changes. (Sec. 1, 2)

[ Prop 105 (45 votes) O Prop 108 (40 votes) O Emergency (40 votes) O Fiscal Note

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Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session

ROLL CALL VOTE
COMMITTEE ON Regulatory Affairs BILL NO. HB 2738
DATE February 14, 2024 MOTION: PIF
PASS AYE NAY PRESENT | ABSENT
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HB 2290: certificates of operation; interfacility transfers
Sponsor: Representative Kolodin, LD 3
Committee on Regulatory Affairs

Overview
Authorizes Certificates of Operation to operate an ambulance service to facilitate the

interfacility transport of patients.

History
The DHS Director is authorized to adopt reasonable medical equipment, supply, staffing and

safety standards, criteria and procedures to issue a certificate of necessity (CON) to operate
an ambulance. These standards, criteria and procedures must require that an ambulance
providing interfacility transportation or serving a rural or wilderness CON area with a
population of less than 10,000 individuals have at least one ambulance attendant who is an
EMT, a licensed physician or professional nurse, as well as one who is either an EMT or
emergency medical responder while transporting a patient (A.R.S. § 36-2202),

Statute defines an ambulance as any publicly or privately owned surface, water or air vehicle,
including a helicopter, that contains a stretcher and necessary medical equipment and
supplies that is constructed or modified and equipped to be used primarily for the transport
of individuals who are sick, injured, wounded or who require medical monitoring or aid.

An ambulance attendant means any of the following: 1) an EMT, advanced EMT or a
paramedic whose primary responsibility is the care of patients in an ambulance; 2) an
emergency medical responder who is employed by an ambulance operating service; 3) a
licensed medical doctor or osteopathic physician; or 4) a licensed professional nurse who
meets the Arizona State Board of Nursing criteria to care for patients in the prehospital care
system or whose primary responsibility is the care of patients in an ambulance during an
interfacility transport (A.R.S. § 36-2201).

Provisions
Certificate of Operation (Sec. 3)
1. States that an eligible entity must apply to DHS for a Certificate of Operation to operate
an ambulance service to provide interfacility transports in Arizona.

2. Permits an eligible entity to operate an ambulance service directly or through a service
contract with a registered service provider.

3. Allows Certificate of Operation holders to bill for services according to the rate or charge
approved by the DHS director.

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4, Requires Certificate of Operation holders to abide by the certificate of registration
statutory requirements. (Sec. 3)

Exempts the Certificate of Operation holders from CON statutory requirements. (Sec. 3)

6. Outlines the requirements that must be met for the DHS director to issue a Certificate of
Operation to an eligible entity within 45 days after receiving an application.

7. Grants the Certificate of Operation if the DHS director fails to make a determination
regarding the application within 60 calendar days after receiving the application.

Makes the initial Certificate of Operation valid for one year.

Requires, within 90 days before expiration, the DHS director to renew the Certificate of
Operation for three years if the holder meets all statutory requirements.

Insurance and Financial Responsibility (Sec. 3)

10. Requires a Certificate of Insurance filing or other evidence of financial responsibility
equal to that required for a CON.

11. Directs the liability insurance to bind the insurer to pay compensation for injuries to
persons for loss or damage to property resulting from the negligent operation of the
ambulance service.

12, Authorizes the DHS director to revoke the Certificate of Operation for any entity that
fails to comply with the statutory requirements.
Amended Certificates of Operation (Sec. 3)

13. Requires written notice to DHS at least 30 days before an eligible entity holding ¢ a
Certificate of Operation changes its legal name.

14, Directs DHS to include the name change in an amended Certificate of Operation within
30 days after receiving the notice but to retain the original expiration date.

Miscellaneous
15. Assesses fees for the Certificate of Operation that are equivalent to those to obtain a CON.
(ec, 2)

16. Defines pertinent terms. (Sec. 1)

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Fifty-sixth Legislature Regulatory Affairs
Second Regular Session H.B. 2290

PROPOSED
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AMENDMENTS TO H.B. 2290
(Reference to printed bill)

1 Page 3, line 8, after "HOSPITAL" insert "OR, NOTWITHSTANDING SECTION 48-5541.01,
2 SUBSECTION I, A SPECIAL HEALTH CARE DISTRICT ORGANIZED PURSUANT TO TITLE
3 48, CHAPTER 31"

4 Page 4, line 14, after the second quotation mark insert ":

5 (a)"; strike "AN" insert "A GROUND"

6 Between lines 15 and 16, insert:

7 "(b) DOES NOT INCLUDE AN AIR AMBULANCE TRANSPORT."

8 Page 6, between lines 2 and 3, insert:

9 "Sec. 3. Title 36, chapter 21.1, article 2, Arizona Revised
10 Statutes, is amended by adding section 36-2248, to read:

11 36-2248. Interfacility transport; determination; insurance

12 status; prohibition

13 THE DETERMINATION BY A CERTIFICATE OF NECESSITY OR CERTIFICATE OF
14 OPERATION HOLDER OF WHETHER TO PROVIDE AN INTERFACILITY TRANSPORT FOR A
15 PATIENT MAY NOT BE MADE BASED ON THE PATIENT'S INSURANCE STATUS."

16 Renumber to conform
17 Line 31, strike "36-2257" insert "36-2258"

18 Between lines 41 and 42, insert:

19 "36-2257. Interfacility transports; requirements;

20 documentation

21 AN ELIGIBLE ENTITY THAT HOLDS A CERTIFICATE OF OPERATION AND THAT IS
22 TRANSFERRING A PATIENT TO ANOTHER HEALTH CARE INSTITUTION THAT DOES NOT
23 HAVE THE SAME DIRECT OWNER OR INDIRECT OWNER SHALL FIRST CALL THE
24 CERTIFICATE OF NECESSITY HOLDER BEFORE TRANSPORTING THE PATIENT. IF THE

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CERTIFICATE OF NECESSITY HOLDER IS UNABLE TO PROVIDE THE INTERFACILITY
TRANSPORT EITHER WITHIN THE TIME FRAME IN WHICH THE AMBULANCE IS NEEDED AS
DETERMINED BY THE PATIENT'S TREATING MEDICAL PROVIDER OR WITH THE MEDICAL
EQUIPMENT AND TRAINED PERSONNEL NECESSARY TO TRANSFER THE PATIENT SAFELY AS
DETERMINED BY THE PATIENT'S TREATING MEDICAL PROVIDER, THE CERTIFICATE OF
OPERATION HOLDER MAY TRANSPORT THE PATIENT TO THE OTHER HEALTH CARE
INSTITUTION. THE TRANSFERRING HEALTH CARE INSTITUTION SHALL DOCUMENT THE
REQUIRED CALL TO THE CERTIFICATE OF NECESSITY HOLDER UNDER THIS SECTION.”

Page 6, line 42, strike "36-2257" insert "36-2258"
Page 7, line 9, strike "36-2258" insert "36-2259"

Amend

title to conform

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ROLL CALL VOTE

COMMITTEE ON Regulatory Affairs BILL NO. HB 2290

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SC Dignity Health.

February 14, 2024
Members of the Arizona State Legislature:

As emergency room physicians we are compelled to speak up for our patients who have been denied
timely and sometimes life-saving care due to delays in ground ambulance services.

We see patients with severe and life-threatening conditions come into our emergency rooms every
day. Once they are stabilized but need to be transferred to a higher level of care, our patients are
waiting desperately for hours, sometimes days due to the delay in ground ambulance services. For
example, patients brought to an emergency room with a stroke or myocardial infarction often need
advanced speciality care or surgical services only provided at a highly specialized facility, yet are
frequently told they have to wait for their treatment because ground ambulances are unavailable to

safely transport them.

Delays in facility transfers worsen outcomes for trauma injuries and some medical emergencies
putting patients at excessive risk for complications. Patients and families should not have agonizing
waits to receive the care they need in a state that offers world-class care.

The current Certificate of Necessity (CON) laws shield existing providers from competition in the
market. Ground ambulance CON holders in Arizona are not meeting the needs of our community

and patients are suffering.

We need your help. We urge you to support HB2290 which would allow more competition in Arizona
and improve the quality of care for patients. It is our hope that you or your loved ones never have to

endure a complication or delay to essential care because of a lack of ambulance transport. Please

support HB2290.
Sincerely,

Ryan Adkins, DO
Dipti Agarwal, MD
Disha Ankola, DO
Jawad Arshad, MD
Levente Batizy, MD
Thomas Bell, DO
Andrew Bergeson, DO
Greg Berman, MD
Aubrey Bethel, MD
Joel Betz, MD

Robert Beyer, MD
Senya Bezprozvanny, MD

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Daniel Bishop, MD
Tyler Bronnenkant, MD
Jacqueline Buchak, MD
Mary Buns, MD
Richard Burgon, MD
Anne Burns, MD
Joshua Burton, DO
Keith Butler, MD
Francisco Canales, MD
Seneca Carrillo, MD
Julie Carland, MD
Sharon Chopra, MD

Morium Chowdhury, MD
Jason Christensen, DO
Michael Christopher, MD
Gilbert Cordero, MD
Duane Crist, MD

Amina Danishyar, DO
Anthony Davila, MD
Todd Davis, DO

Damon Dell’Aglio, MD
Michael Demangone, MD
Sara Dimeo, MD

Becky Dowler, DO

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Nana Dwomoh, DO
Justin Eales, MD
Zach Effron, MD
Sara Ehlers, DO
Nicholas Enriquez, MD
Charles Everly, MD
Tanner Folster, DO
Ryan Frank, DO
Patrick Godwin, MD
Amanda Grace, MD
Natalie Greco, DO
Shantall Hall, DO
Neil Harris, MD
Jason Harter, DO
Laura Hintze, DO
Josh Hong, MD
Michael Isabelle, MD
Kevin Johnson, DO
Chad Jorgensen, MD
Scott Kassing, MD
Lindsay Keller, MD
Melissa Kelsey, DO
Kylene Kent, MD
Kerry Kikuchi, MD
Wit Koenig, DO
James Kurbat, MD
Arielle Kuritzky, DO
Robert Laney, MD
Donald Lauer, MD
Brendan Leach, MD
Evan Leibner, MD
Jason Linder, MD
Kristy Lizyness, DO

Wendy Lucid, MD
Gregory Massoud, MD
Erik Mattison, MD
Kurt Mayberry, MD
Paul McHale, MD
Judy Messer, MD
Aaron Mickelson, DO
Katie Nadeau, MD
Tomas Navarro, MD
Isabel Neacato, MD
Matthew Nerdin, MD
Jimmy Nguyen, DO
Cameron N. Nourani, MD
Erick O’Brien, DO
Kaitlin Oliver, DO
Gregory Olmsted, MD
Kevin O'Mara, MD
Brittany Ortega, MD
Brian Paterick, MD
Justin Pattee, DO
Jeremiah Pavelka, MD
Stephanie Penton, MD
Lawrence Pollack, MD
Jacob Powell, DO
Keith Power, MD

Dan Quan, DO

Kristy Rahimi-Alangi, MD
Cheston Rhoton, MD
Whitey Robertson, MD
Lucas Rose, MD
Karla Sanchez, DO
Richard Saunders, DO
Gregory W. Schweiz, MD

Michele Shackelford, MD
Charlene Shaughessy, MD
John Shufeldt, MD
Ronald Sierzenski, MD
Stuart Sperry, DO

Nick Stavridis, DO

Gigi Stoler, MD

Jared Taylor, DO

Brian Tiffany, MD
Janette Tomlinson, MD
Aryan Toosi, DO
Laurence Turner, DO
Katie Ulrich, MD

Kiel Urata, MD

Jon Vasquez, MD
Nicholas Vasquez, MD
James Velasquez, MD
David Verbunker, MD
Joshua Verson, MD
Paul Wahiheim, MD
Susan Watson, DO
Lafrabya Westbrook, MD
Eric Wilke, MD

Trever Wilkins, DO
Andrea Wolff, MD
Alice Wright, MD
Jason Wright, MD

Ara Yardumian, DO
Joshua Zeidler, DO
Mario Ziccarelli, MD
Mimi Zipser, MD

Marc Zosky, DO

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ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Fifty-sixth Legislature
Second Regular Session

HCR 2052: rulemaking; legislative approval
S/E: rulemaking; legislative authority
Sponsor: Representative McGarr, LD 17
Committee on Regulatory Affairs

Summary of the Strike-Everything Amendment to HCR 2052

Overview
Authorizes the Legislature to reject a rule approved by the Governor's Regulatory Review
Council (Council) with a concurrent resolution. Deems the rule void if the Legislature rejects

the rule by concurrent resolution.

History
Statute prohibits state agencies from conducting rulemaking without prior written approval

of the Governor. State agencies may not adopt any new rule that would increase existing
regulatory burdens on the free exercise of property rights or the freedom to engage in lawful
business or occupation unless: 1) the rule reduces regulatory restraints or burdens; or 2) is
necessary to implement statutes or is required by a final court order or decision (A.R.S. §§
41-1088, 41039).

Prior to submitting rulemaking to the Council, state agencies must hold a public comment
period and receive final written approval from the Governor. The Council cannot consider
rules submitted by state agencies without receiving the Governor's initial and final approval
of the rulemaking. Additionally, state agencies must also recommend three rules for the
Governor to eliminate for every additional rule requested. Rules that are necessary to secure
or maintain assumption of federal regulatory programs, comply with an auditor general
recommendation or address a new statutory requirement are exempt from consideration.
State agencies additionally may not publicize any directives, policy statements, documents
or forms on its website unless authorized by statute or rule (A.R.S. § 41-1039).

The Council is comprised of seven members appointed by the Governor. Their primary

responsibilities are reviewing new rules or amendments proposed by state agencies and

reviewing existing agency rules every five years on a rotating basis to determine if they are

still necessary and effective.

Provisions

1. States that regardless of any other law, the Legislature may reject an approved and
effective rule approved by the Council through a concurrent resolution. (Sec. 1)

2. Declares the rule to be void if rejected by the Legislature. (Sec. 1)

3. Directs the Secretary of State to submit this proposition to the voters at the next general
election. (Sec. 1)

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5. Makes technical and conforming changes. (Sec. 1)

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AMENDMENTS TO H.C.R. 2052

(Reference to printed resolution)

Strike everything after the resolving clause and insert:

"1. Under the power of the referendum, as vested in the Legislature,
the following measure, relating to rulemaking, is enacted to become valid
as a law if approved by the voters and on proclamation of the Governor:

AN ACT
AMENDING SECTION 41-1039, ARIZONA REVISED STATUTES; RELATING TO

RULEMAKING.
Be it enacted by the Legislature of the State of Arizona:
Section 1. Section 41-1039, Arizona Revised Statutes, is
amended to read:
41-1039. e rulemaking; ern

submission; legislative rejection; definition

A. Notwithstanding any other law, a state agency may not
conduct any rulemaking, including regular, expedited, informal,
formal, emergency or exempt rulemaking, without prior written
approval of the governor. In seeking approval, a state agency
shall address any of the following as justification for the
rulemaking:

1. Fulfilling an objective related to job creation,
economic development or economic expansion in this state.

2. Reducing or ameliorating a regulatory burden on the

public, while achieving the same regulatory objective.

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3. Preventing a significant threat to public health,
peace or safety.

4, Avoiding violating a court order or federal law that
would result in sanctions by a federal court for failure to
conduct the rulemaking action.

5. Complying with a new state statutory or regulatory
requirement if the compliance is related to a condition for the
receiving federal monies or participating in any federal
program.

6. Complying with a new or existing state statutory
requirement.

7. Fulfilling an obligation related to fees or any other
action necessary to implement the state budget that is
certified by the governor's office of strategic planning and
budgeting.

8. Adopting a rule or other item that is exempt from
this chapter.

9. Matters pertaining to the control, mitigation or
eradication of waste, fraud or abuse within a state agency or
wasteful, fraudulent or abusive activities perpetrated against
a state agency.

10. Eliminating rules that are antiquated, redundant or
otherwise no longer necessary for the operation of state
government.

B. After the public comment period and the close of the
rulemaking record, a state agency may not submit the proposed
rules to the council without a written final approval from the
governor. Before considering rules submitted by a= state
agency, the council must obtain from the state agency the
initial approval pursuant to subsection A of ttre THIS section

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C. Notwithstanding any other law, a state agency that
submits a rulemaking request shall recommend for consideration
by the governor at least three existing rules to eliminate for
every additional rule requested by the state agency. The
requirements of this subsection do not apply to rules that are
necessary to secure or maintain assumption of federal
regulatory programs, rules that are necessary to comply with an
auditor general recommendation or rules that are necessary to
address a new statutory requirement.

D. A state agency may not publicize any directives,
policy statements, documents or forms on its website untess the
directive, policy statement, document or form is authorized by
statute or rule. A state agency shall remove material not
authorized by statute or rule from its website on September 24,
2022,

E. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER LAW, THE LEGISLATURE MAY
REJECT, BY CONCURRENT RESOLUTION, A RULE THAT IS APPROVED BY
THE COUNCIL AND THAT BECOMES EFFECTIVE PURSUANT TO THIS
ARTICLE. IF THE LEGISLATURE REJECTS THE RULE BY CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION, THE RULE IS VOID.

ty, F. For the purposes of this section, "state agency":

1. Includes all executive departments, agencies and
offices and all state boards and commissions.

2. Does not include:

(a) A state agency that is headed by a single elected
state official.

{b) The corporation commission.

(c) Any board or commission established by ballot
measure at or after the November 1998 general election,

(d) The judiciary.
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2.

The Secretary of State shall

submit this proposition to the

voters at the next general election as provided by article IV, part 1,

section 1, Constitution of Arizona."

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Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session

ROLL CALL VOTE

COMMITTEE ON Regulatory Affairs BILL NO. —HCR 2052

DATE February 14, 2024 MOTION: Whfaiz
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ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Fifty-sixth Legislature
Second Regular Session

HB 2618: spirituous liquor; DHS; inspection; exemption
Sponsor: Representative Hernandez A, LD 20
Committee on Regulatory Affairs

Overview
Exempts specific spirituous liquor from inspections by the Arizona Department of Health

Services (DHS).

History
The director of DHS must prescribe reasonably necessary rules to ensure that food and drink

sold at retail for human consumption are free from unwholesome substances, poisonous or
disease-causing organisms. Rules must include measures to protect the health and safety of
the public during production, processing, labeling, serving, handling and transporting the
products. These rules must prescribe minimum standards for sanitary facilities and
conditions to be maintained in all warehouses, restaurants and other premises, except as
outlined when there is an exemption. Additionally, the rules ensure proper inspection and
licensing of premises and vehicles used in preparing, storing, handling and producing food
and drink (A.R.S. § 36-136).

Special event license (Series 15) means authorization issued to a charitable, civic, fraternal,
political or religious organization to sell spirituous hquors for consumption on or off the
premises where the spirituous liquor is sold only for a specified period (A.R.S. § 4-112)

Wine festival or fair license (Series 16) means authorization issued for a specified period to a
domestic farm winery to serve samples of its products and sell the products in individual
portions for consumption on the premises or in original, unopened containers for consumption
off the premises (A.R.S. § 4-112),

Statute in part, defines spirituous liquor as alcohol, brandy, whiskey, rum, tequila, mescal,
gin, wine, porter, ale, beer, any malt liquor or malt beverage, absinthe, a compound or
mixture of any of them and beverages containing more than 1/2 of 1 percent of alcohol by

volume (A.R.S. §4-101).

Provisions

1. Exempts certain spirituous liquor from DHS inspections and related rules as follows:
a) spirituous liquor of licensed producers;
b) imported spirituous liquor sold by licensed wholesalers. (Sec. 1)

2. Applies the exemption to all commercially prepackaged spirituous liquor and all
spirituous liquor poured at Arizona's licensed special events, festivals and fairs. (Sec. 1)

3. Makes technical changes. (Sec. 1)

1 Prop 105 (45 votes) CI Prop 108 (40 votes) [ Emergency (40 votes) ( Fiscal Note

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ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session

ROLL CALL VOTE

COMMITTEE ON Regulatory Affairs BILL NO. HB 2618

DATE February 14, 2024 MOTION: DI

PASS NAY PRESENT | ABSENT

Crews

Hernandez A

Payne

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McGarr, Vice-Chairman

Hendrix, Chairman

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ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Fifty-sixth Legislature
Second Regular Session

HB 2679: regulation; hemp-derived products.
Sponsor: Representative Payne, LD 27
Committee on Regulatory Affairs

Overview
Revises findings and requirements for rulemaking, licensing, inspection, recordkeeping and
enforcement for industrial hemp and hemp-derived products.

History
Industrial hemp production has been gradually legalized under federal and state law after

years of being regulated as a controlled substance. Crucially, hemp crops must have a Delta-
9 Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) concentration of 0.3% or less (dry weight); otherwise, they are
considered marijuana and classified as a Schedule 1 controlled substance (Public Law 118-
79). The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 authorized the production of hemp and
removed hemp and hemp seeds from the Drug Enforcement Administration's Schedule of
Controlled Substances. This act also directed the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to
issue regulations and guidance to implement a program for hemp production in the United
States (Public Law 115-334). The U.S. Domestic Hemp Production Program was established
the following year (84 Federal Register 58522). The program allows states and Indian Tribes
to have primary regulatory authority over their hemp production if their programs meet
certain requirements—including licensing, recordkeeping and monitoring for compliance—
and are approved by the USDA. States and Indian tribes that choose not to operate their own
programs or whose plans are not approved are subject to a federal plan issued by the
Secretary of the USDA (7_C.F.R. Part 990).

Arizona established a regulatory program for commercial industrial hemp production and a
pilot program for this crop in 2018. The Arizona Department of Agriculture (ADA) licenses
those who grow, harvest, transport, and process hemp and certifies hemp seed in accordance
with its rules. Additionally, the ADA can conduct inspections and collect samples for analysis
(Laws 2018, Chapter 287). Arizona's Industrial Hemp Program received USDA approval and
became effective in 2022.

Provisions
Legislative Findings (Sec. 2)
1, States that the purpose of the bill is to allow commercial production of industrial hemp
as authorized by federal law while maintaining strict control of marijuana.

2. Authorizes industrial hemp propagation, production, harvesting, transporting,
processing, manufacturing and retailing in the state pursuant to statute and the rules
and orders adopted by the Director of the ADA (Director).

3. Permits industrial hemp research to be conducted in the state under an exempt fee license
issued by ADA so long as the industrial hemp produced does not enter the stream of

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11.

12,

13.

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commerce and is disposed of according to the rules and orders adopted by the Director,
unless the hemp seed is produced under an exempt fee that complies with statute.

Removes the following:

a) pilot program approval and authorization for industrial hemp growth, research,
cultivation and marketing; and ;

b) authorization of hemp seed that is derived from previously authorized hemp seed.

Rulemaking
Allows the Director to authorize qualified applicants to produce or manufacture industrial
hemp. (Sec. 3)

Directs ADA to use fees established by the Director to regulate hemp-derived products.
(Sec. 3)

Requires the Director to:
a) oversee and prescribe requirements for the labeling and retail sale of hemp-derived

products;
b) use rulemaking to protect the health, safety and welfare of consumers;
c) ensure hemp-derived products are only sold and marketed to persons who are at least

21 years of age;
d) prohibit hemp-derived products from resembling specified living things and objects;
e) prohibit licensees from offering hemp-derived products that resemble food or drink
products intentionally marketed to children;
f) ensure licensees' hemp-derived products are securely stored and not accessible to

persons under 21 years of age;
g) mandate that manufacturers include a website link that links to specified information

on all hemp-derived product packaging; and
h) requixve manufacturers to submit hemp-derived products offered for sale in this state

to an independent third-party laboratory for the purposes of obtaining a specified
certificate of analysis. (Sec. 3)

Exempts ADA from rulemaking requirements for one year. (Sec. 9)

Licenses (Sec. 4)
Requires a manufacturer or retailer of industrial hemp to obtain a license from ADA.

Exempts applicants for retail licenses from providing proof of a fingerprint clearance card
when establishing license eligibility.
Removes the provision that a member of an Indian tribe may apply for a license pursuant
to the same requirements prescribed by statute and making the member subject to the
same licensing requirements.

Inspection & Recordkeeping
Specifies that the state agricultural laboratory or a laboratory certified by the state
agricultural laboratory may perform an official analysis of an industrial hemp site to
ensure compliance with ADA rules. (Sec. 5)
Allows the official analysis of a crop to determine the total Delta-9 THC concentration
within an acceptable margin of error. (Sec. 5)
Allows the total Delta-9 THC concentration to be calculated using a chromograph
technique that uses heat to convert THC acid into THC or a liquid chromograph technique
that uses a specified conversion. (Sec. 5)

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15. Removes the requirement that a licensed grower notify the ADA of the sale or distribution
of any industrial hemp grown under the grower's license, the name and address of the
person or entity receiving the industrial hemp, and the amount of industrial hemp sold
or distributed. (Sec. 5)

16. Entitles the Director or a designee to enter any public or private premises during regular
business hours to access regulated products and records and evaluate compliance with

ADA rules and statute. (Sec. 5)

17. Authorizes the Director or a designee to collect a sample of any hemp-derived product for
analysis by a qualified laboratory during any physical inspection of a licensee. (Sec. 5)

18. Allows the Director to issue and enforce a written cease and desist order against an
industrial hemp licensee that prohibits further manufacturing except on approval of the
Director. (Sec. 6)

19. Adds hemp-derived product to the list of crops and products that the Director is allowed
to seize and destroy for noncompliance with its rules. (Sec. 6)

20. Requires the Industrial Hemp Advisory Council (Council) to annually review all rules and
orders adopted by the Director to ensure compliance with federal law. (Sec. 7)

21. Instructs the Council to recommend statutory and rule changes to the Director that are
necessary to comply with federal law. (Sec. 7)

22. Makes the possession of an industrial hemp license or status as a designee or agent of a
licensee an affirmative defense to any prosecution for the possession or cultivation of
marijuana or narcotic drugs. (Sec. 8)

23. Excludes the possession of an industrial hemp license as a defense to a charge of
possession, sale, transportation or distribution of marijuana or narcotic drugs. (Sec. 8)

Miscellaneous
24, Defines and redefines pertinent terms. (Sec. 1)

25. Makes technical and conforming changes. (Sec. 1-7)

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ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session

ROLL CALL VOTE

COMMITTEE ON Regulatory Affairs BILLNO. HB 2679

DATE February 14, 2024 MOTION: Exiled

PASS AYE NAY PRESENT | ABSENT

Crews

Hernandez A

Payne

Pefia

McGarr, Vice-Chairman

Hendrix, Chairman

APPROVED:

a LApRIN ENDRIK,GHairman
CORY

GARR, Vice-Chairman

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ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Fifty-sixth Legislature
Second Regular Session

HB 2663: homeowners! associations; assessment liens
Sponsor: Representative Carter, LD 15
Committee on Regulatory Affairs

Overview
Modifies the lien statutes for condominiums and planned community associations

(Association).

History
An association is defined as a nonprofit organization qualified under federal code or a

nonprofit mandatory membership organization created pursuant to applicable laws,
covenants or declarations and is composed of the owners of condominiums, cooperatives,
homes or manufactured homes or other interest in real property (A.R.S. § 33-442).

An Association has a lien on a unit or property for any assessment that is levied against the
unit or property from the time the assessment becomes due. The Association’s lien for
assessments, for charges for late payment of the assessments, for reasonable collection fees
and for reasonable attorney fees and costs incurred with respect to those assessments may
be foreclosed in the same manner as a mortgage on real estate only if the owner has been
delinquent in the payment of monies secured by the lien, excluding reasonable collection and
attorney fees for a period of one year or in the amount of $1,200 or more, whichever is first
(A.R.S. §§ 33-1256, 33-1807). Common expenses refer to the expenditures made by or financial
liabilities of the Association, together with any allocations to reserves (A.R.S. 33-1202).

Provisions
1. Specifies that an Association has a lien on a unit or property for any common expense
assessment. (Sec. 1, 2)

2. Stipulates that any common expense assessment may include:
a) reasonable charges or interest for late payment if authorized in the declaration;
b) reasonable collection costs or fees incurred or applied by the Association; and
c) reasonable attorney fees and costs incurred only as awarded by the court im an action.

(Sec. 1, 2)

3. Declares that the full amount of the assessment is a lien from the time the first
installment becomes due if a common expense assessment is payable in installments.
(Sec, 1, 2)

4. Pyrescribes that the common expense assessment lien is not subject to the homestead
exemption prescribed by statute. (Sec. 1, 2)

5. Specifies that a common expense assessment may be foreclosed only if:

a) the owner has been and remains delinquent in payment of the common expense
assessments for a period of one year; and

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b) the Association board of directors has exercised all reasonable efforts to communicate
with the owner, negotiate reasonable payment plans and collect the debt through
remedies available under statute before filing a foreclosure action. (Sec. 1, 2)

6. States that a judgment or decree in any action brought under this section may include
costs and reasonable attorney fees for the prevailing party only as ordered by the court.
(See. 1, 2)

7. Changes, from 10 days to 10 calendar days, for the Association to furnish the statement
of any unpaid assessment liens to a lienholder, escrow agent, unit owner or other person
designated by the unit owner. (Sec. 1, 2)

8. Asserts that, unless the unit owner directs otherwise, all payments received on a unit
owner's account must be applied first to the following:
a) unpaid delinquent common expense assessments;
b) unpaid current but nondelinquent common expense assessments;
c) unpaid charges or interest for late payment of those assessments;
ad) unpaid reasonable collection costs or fees; and
e) unpaid court-ordered attorney fees and costs incurred for those assessments. (Sec. 1,
2)

9. Stipulates that failure of the Association or its authorized agents, mcluding any attorney
for the Association or its authorized agent, to correct any error in the application of
payments from the unit owner within 10 calendar days after receiving the notice of error
extinguishes any common expense lien assessment then due. (Sec. 1, 2)

10. Makes technical and conforming changes. (Sec. 1, 2)

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ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session

ROLL CALL VOTE

COMMITTEE ON Regulatory Affairs BILLNO. HB 2663

DATE February 14, 2024 MOTION: Held

PASS AYE NAY PRESENT | ABSENT

Crews

Hernandez A

Payne

Pefia

McGarr, Vice-Chairman

Hendrix, Chairman

APPROVED: ITTEE ETARY

LAURIN HENDRIX, Chairman
CORY MCGARR, Vice-Chairman

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ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Fifty-sixth Legislature
Second Regular Session

HB 2739: homeopathic board; repeal
S/E: naturopathic board; homeopathic board; consolidation
Sponsor: Representative Hendrix, LD 14
Committee on Regulatory Affairs

Summary of the Strike-Everything Amendment to HB 2739

Overview
Repeals the Board of Homeopathic and Integrated Medicine Examiners (Board) and transfers
its powers, duties and remaining fund monies to the Naturopathic Physician's Medical Board.

History
The Board examines, licenses and regulates homeopathic physicians and medical assistants.

The Board consists of two public members and five professional members licensed to practice
homeopathic and integrated medicine, each appointed by the governor to serve three-year
terms and no more than three consecutive terms. Responsibilities of the board include: 1)
conducting examinations for and issuing licenses; 2) enforcing standards of practice; 3)
collecting and accounting for fees and depositing the earned monies in the appropriate fund;
and 4) maintaining records of all licenses and actions taken on a license (A.R.S. §§ 32-2902,

32-2904).

Provisions
1. Transfers the powers and duties of the Board to the Naturopathic Physician's Medical

Board. (Sec. 2).
2. Repeals the Board and its powers and duties. (Sec. 3)

3. Transfers all unexpended and unencumbered monies remaining in the Board Fund to the
Naturopathic Physician's Medical Board Fund. (Sec. 4).

4, Directs Legislative Council staff to prepare proposed legislation conforming the Arizona
Revised Statutes. (Sec. 6)

5. Makes technical and conforming changes. (Sec. 1, 2, 4, 5)

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Fifty-sixth Legislature Regulatory Affairs
Second Regular Session H.B. 2739

PROPOSED
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AMENDMENTS TO H.B. 2739
(Reference to printed bill)

Strike everything after the enacting clause and insert:

"Section 1. Section 32-1505, Arizona Revised Statutes, is amended to

read;

32-1505. Naturopathic physicians medical board fund

A. The naturopathic physicians medical board fund is established.
The board shall administer the fund. Pursuant to sections 35-146 and

35-147, the board shall deposit ten per—cernt PERCENT of all monies from
whatever COLLECTED PURSUANT TO THIS CHAPTER, CHAPTER 29 OF THIS TITLE AND
ANY OTHER source that come into the possession of the board in the state
general fund and deposit the remaining ninety per—cent PERCENT in the
naturopathic physicians medical board fund.

B. Monies deposited in the naturopathic physicians medical board
fund are subject to section 35-143.01.

Sec. 2. Section 32-2901, Arizona Revised Statutes, is amended to
read:

32-2901. Definitions

In this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:

1. "Acupuncture" means a medical therapy in which ailments are
diagnosed and treated by the specific application of needles, heat or
physical and electromagnetic impulses or currents to specific anatomic
points on the body through any of the following:

(a) The diagnosis and treatment of ailments according to the

systematic principles of traditional Asian medicine.

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(b) The diagnosis and treatment of pain, neuromuscular disorders and
other ailments based on the body's biophysics and neuroanatomic structure.

(c) The use of devices to determine the biologic electrical response
pattern of acupuncture points as a guide to diagnose bodily ailments and to
guide the prescription of homeopathic substances, orthomolecular therapy or
pharmaceutical medicine.

2. “Adequate records” means legible medical records that contain at
a minimum sufficient information to identify the patient, support the
diagnosis, document the treatment, accurately describe the results,
indicate advice, cautionary warnings and informed consent discussions with
the patient and provide sufficient information for another licensed health
care practitioner to assume continuity of the patient's care and to
continue or modify the treatment plan.

3. “Approved internship" means that the applicant has completed
training in a hospital that was approved for internship, fellowship or
residency training by the council on medical education in hospitals of the
American medical association, the association of American medical colleges,
the royal college of physicians and surgeons of Canada, the American
osteopathic association or any boarcd-approved BOARD-APPROVED similar body
in the United States or Canada that approves hospitals for internship,
fellowship or residency training.

4, “Approved school of medicine”:

(a) As it relates to a person who is seeking licensure pursuant to
section 32-2912, subsection A, means a school or college that offers a
course of study that on successful conclusion results in a degree of doctor
of medicine or doctor of osteopathic medicine and that offers a course of
study that is approved or accredited by the association of American medical
colleges, the association of Canadian medical colleges, the American
medical association, the American osteopathic association or = any
board-approved similar body in the United States or Canada that accredits

this course of study.
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(b) As it relates to a person who is seeking licensure pursuant to
section 32-2912, subsection B, means a school or college that on successful
completion results in a degree of doctor of homeopathy and that is approved
or accredited by the accreditation commission for homeopathic education in
North America or any board-approved similar body that accredits this course

of study.

5. “Board” means the pboard—of—homeupathic—and—imtegraeted medicine

examtirers NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIANS MEDICAL BOARD ESTABLISHED BY SECTION
32-1502.

6. "Chelation therapy" means an experimental medical therapy to
restore cellular homeostasis through the use of intravenous, metal-binding
and bioinorganic agents such as ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid.
Chelation therapy is not an experimental therapy if it is used to treat
heavy metal poisoning.

7. “Controlled substance" means a drug or substance or a drug's or
substance's immediate precursor that is defined or listed in title 36,
chapter 27, article 2 or the rules adopted pursuant to title 36, chapter
27, article 2.

8. “Drug” means a medication or substance that is any of the
following:

(a) Recognized in the official compendia or for which standards or
specifications are prescribed in the official compendia.

(b) Intended for use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment
or prevention of human diseases,

(c) Articles other than food that are intended to affect the
structure or function of the human body.

9. "Homeopathic medication" means a substance of animal, vegetable
or mineral origin that is prepared according to homeopathic pharmacology

and that is given usually in a homeopathic microdosage.
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1 10. “Homeopathic microdosage"” means a substance prepared so that it
2 is diluted from ten to the minus one to ten to the minus ten thousandth or
3 higher of its original concentration.

4 11. “Homeopathy” means a system of medicine that employs homeopathic
5 medication in accordance with the principle that a substance that produces
6 symptoms in a healthy person can cure those symptoms in an i117 person.

7 12, “Immediate family" means a person's spouse, natural or adopted
8 children, parents and siblings and the natural or adopted children, parents
9 and siblings of the person's spouse.

10 13. “Letter of concern" means an advisory letter to notify a
11 licensee that, while there is insufficient evidence to support disciplinary
12 action, the board believes the licensee should modify or eliminate certain
13 practices.

14 14, “Licensee” means a person who is licensed pursuant to this
15 chapter.

16 15. “Medical assistant" means an unlicensed person who has completed
17 an educational program approved by the board, who assists in a homeopathic
18 practice under the supervision of a doctor of homeopathy and who performs
19 delegated procedures commensurate with the assistant's education and
20 training but who does not diagnose, interpret, design or modify established
al treatment programs or violate any statute.

22 16. "Medical incompetence”;

23 (a) Means the lack of sufficient medical knowledge or skill by a
24 licensee to a degree that is likely to endanger a patient's health.
25 tedicat—tcompetence

26 (b) Includes the range of knowledge expected for basic licensure
27 pursuant to this chapter or as a medical or osteopathic physician in any
28 professional regulatory jurisdiction of the United States and additional
29 knowledge of homeopathic treatments and modalities expected of persons who
30 are licensed pursuant to this chapter.
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17. “Minor surgery”:

(a) Means surgical procedures that are conducted by a licensee who
js licensed pursuant to section 32-2912, subsection A in an outpatient
setting and that involve the removal or repair of lesions or injuries to
the skin, mucous membranes and subcutaneous tissues, the use of topical,
local or regional anesthetic agents, the treatment by stabilizing or
casting nondisplaced and uncomplicated fractures of the extremities and
diagnostic endoscopies of the intestinal tract, nasopharynx and vagina.
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(b) Includes diagnostic aspiration of joints and subcutaneous cysts,
therapeutic injections of muscular trigger points, tendons, ligaments and
scars and the subcutaneous implantation of medical therapeutic agents.
tinor—surgery

(c) Does not include the use of general, spinal or epidural
anesthesia, the opening of body cavities, the repair of blood vessels and
nerves or the biopsy by incision, excision or needle aspiration of internal
organs, the breast or the prostate.

18. "Neuromuscular integration” means musculoskeletal therapy that
uses any combination of manual methods, physical agents and physical
medicine procedures and devices to improve physiological function by
normalizing body structure.

19. "Nutrition" means the recommendation by a licensee of
therapeutic or preventative dietary measures, food factor concentrates,
fasting and cleansing regimens and the rebalancing by a licensee of
digestive system function to correct diseases of matnutrition, to resolve
conditions of metabolic imbalance and to support optimal vitality.

20. “Orthomolecular therapy":

(a) Means therapy to provide the optimum concentration of substances

normally present in the human body such as vitamins, minerals, amino acids

and enzymes. €@rthomotecutar—therapy
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(b) Includes the diagnosis of ailments or physiologic stresses that
occur as a result of genetic or environmental influences as well as
acquired or inherited allergy and hypersensitivity responses.

21. “Pharmaceutical medicine” means a drug therapy that uses
prescription-only and nonprescription pharmaceutical agents as well as
medicinal agents of botanical, biological or mineral origin and that is
based on current scientific indications or traditional or historical usage
indications.

22. "Practice of homeopathic medicine":

(a) For the purposes of a person who is licensed pursuant to section
32-2912, subsection A, means the practice of medicine in which a person
purports to diagnose, treat or correct real or imagined human diseases,
injuries, ailments, infirmities and deformities of a physical or mental
origin and includes acupuncture, chelation therapy, homeopathy, minor
surgery, neuromuscular integration, nutrition, orthomolecular therapy and
pharmaceutical medicine.

(b) For the purposes of a person who is licensed pursuant to section
32-2912, subsection B, means the practice of medicine in which a person
purports to diagnose, treat or correct real or imagined human diseases,
injuries, ailments, infirmities and deformities of a physical or mental
origin by means of homeopathy or nutrition,

23. "Preceptorship" means an extended pertod of individual study
with one or more experienced homeopathic physicians or institutions.

24. “Prescription-only drug" does not include a controlled substance
but does include:

(a) A drug that is generally regarded by medical experts to be
unsafe if its use and dosage are not supervised by a medical practitioner.

(b) A drug that is approved for use under the supervision of a

medical practitioner pursuant to the federal new drug application law or

section 32-1962.
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(c) A potentially harmful drug if its labeling does not contain full
directions for its use by the patient.

(d) A drug that is required by federal law to bear on its label the
following words: “Caution: Federal taw prohibits dispensing without
prescription.”

25. “Professional negligence" means any of the following:

(a) That a licensee administers treatment to a patient in a manner
that is contrary to accepted practices and that harms the patient if it can
be shown to the board's satisfaction that accepted practices are inherently
less hazardous.

(b) That a licensee commits an act of unprofessional conduct or
displays an unreasonable lack of professional skill or fidelity.

(c) That a licensee's negligence, carelessness or disregard of
established principles or practice results in a patient's injury,
unnecessary suffering or death.

26. “Special purpose licensing examination" means an examination
developed by the national board of medical examiners on behalf of the
federation of state medical boards for use by state licensing boards to
test the basic medical competence of physicians who are applying for
licensure and who have been in practice in another jurisdiction of the
United States and to determine the competence of a physician under

investigation by a state licensing board.

Sec. 3. Repeal
Sections 32-2902 and 32-2903, Arizona Revised Statutes, are repealed.

Sec. 4, Repeal: transfer of monies

A. Section 32-2906, Arizona Revised Statutes, is repealed.

B. All unexpended and unencumbered monies remaining in the board of
homeopathic and integrated medicine examiners’ fund established by section
32-2906, Arizona Revised Statutes, as repealed by subsection A of this
section, are transferred to the naturopathic physicians medical board fund
established by section 32-1505, Arizona Revised Statutes, as amended by
this act, on the effective date of this section.

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Sec. 5. Section 32-2916, Arizona Revised Statutes, is amended to

read:

32-2916. Directory: change of address: civil penalty: fees

A. The board may publish an annual directory containing the
following:

1. The names and addresses of the officers and members of the board.

2. The names and addresses of al} persons WHO ARE certified,
licensed or registered by the board.

3. The current certified board rules.

4. A copy of this chapter.

5. A list of approved postgraduate and continuing education courses
in the treatment modalities pertinent to the practice of homeopathic
medicine.

6. A list of approved schools of medicine.

7. Additional information that the board determines is of interest
and importance to licensees,

B. Each licensee shall inform the board in writing of the licensee's
home address, home telephone number, office address and office telephone
number as requested by the board and within forty-five days of AFTER a
change in any of this information. The board shall keep a licensee’s home
address and home telephone number confidential. The board may assess a
licensee who fails to comply with this subsection with the board's costs to
Jocate the licensee. The board may also impose a civil penalty on that
licensee of not more than ome~humdred-dotters $100.

C. The board shall provide each licensee with one copy of the
directory free of charge. The board may provide additional copies to the

public and licensee for a cost of not more than twenty~five-dottars $25 for

each directory.
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D. The board shall deposit, pursuant to sections 35-146 and 35-147,
monies collected under this section in the board-—-of—thomeupatiic—atmd

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Sec. 6. Conforming legislation

The legislative council staff shall prepare proposed legislation
conforming the Arizona Revised Statutes to the provisions of this act for
consideration in the fifty-seventh legislature, first regular session."

title to conform

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ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session

ROLL CALL VOTE

COMMITTEE ON Regulatory Affairs BILL NO. HB 2739

DATE February 14, 2024 MOTION: Mec

PASS AYE NAY PRESENT | ABSENT

Crews

Hernandez A

Payne

Pefia

McGarr, Vice-Chairman

Hendrix, Chairman

APPROVED: Lo COMMITTEBSECRETARY

LAURIN HENDRIX, Chairman
CORY MCGARR, Vice-Chairman

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ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Fifty-sixth Legislature
Second Regular Session

HB 2740: board of dispensing opticians; repeal
Sponsor: Representative Hendrix, LD 14
Committee on Regulatory Affairs

Overview
Repeals the State Board of Dispensing Opticians (Board).

History
The Board regulates the profession of opticianry, consists of 2 public member and 5

professional members that are licensed as dispensing opticians each of whom is appointed by
the Governor and serves five-year terms. Responsibilities of the Board include: 1) issuing
licenses to qualified optician and optical establishments; 2) administering examinations; and
3) investigating and adjudicating complaints against licensees (A.R.S. §§ 32-1672, 32-1673).

The 2020 Auditor General Performance Review concluded that the Board generally met its
statutory objective and purpose, but noted that the Board needs to ensure the submission of
proper documentation for license applications, provide written notice to applicants of
application deficiencies and review the necessity of its fees (OQAG Audit).

Laws 2022, Chapter 36 continued the board for eight years and the Board is set to terminate
on July 1, 2030 (A.R.S. § 41-3030.06).

Provisions
J. Repeals the Board and its powers and duties. (Sec. 1)

2. Makes a conforming change. (Sec. 2)

3. Directs Legislative Council staff to prepare proposed legislation conforming the Arizona
Revised Statutes. (Sec. 3)

( Prop 105 (45 votes) 0 Prop 108 (40 votes) (© Emergency (40 votes) Fiscal Note

HB 2740
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ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session

ROLL CALL VOTE

COMMITTEE ON Regulatory Affairs BILL NO. HB 2740

DATE February 14, 2024 MOTION: Held

PASS AYE NAY PRESENT | ABSENT

Crews

Hernandez A

Payne

Pefia

McGarr, Vice-Chairman

Hendrix, Chairman

APPROVED:

LAURIN HENDRIX, Chairman
CORY MCGARR, Vice-Chairman

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