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AZ HB2312

AZ HB2312
Patriotic youth groups; school access.


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Introduced
01/15/2026
In Committee
02/09/2026
Crossed Over
02/24/2026
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)

Bill Summary

AN ACT Amending Title 15, chapter 1, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 15-120.08; relating to school access.

AI Summary

This bill, amending Arizona Revised Statutes, adds a new section that allows public school principals to permit representatives from patriotic youth groups to speak to students during the first quarter of the academic year, provided the group submits a timely request and the principal approves the date and time. Principals may also accept and distribute materials from these groups to students, with the option to review them beforehand. The bill prohibits public schools from denying equal access or discriminating against patriotic youth groups based on their membership or leadership requirements, such as an oath of allegiance. A "patriotic youth group" is defined as an organization serving individuals under twenty-one, with an educational purpose promoting patriotism and civic involvement, and that is either federally recognized or a state affiliate of a federally recognized group.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Transmit to Senate (on 02/24/2026)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/84048
Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 02/25/2026 House Engrossed https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/538829
BillText https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/hb2312h.htm
Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 02/05/2026 Caucus & COW https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/536155
Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 02/01/2026 Education https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/535542
BillText https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/hb2312p.htm
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