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Introduced
01/20/2026
01/20/2026
In Committee
02/23/2026
02/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)
Bill Summary
AN ACT Amending title 35, chapter 1, article 5, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 35-196.06; relating to public monies.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the use of public funds in Arizona for any medical procedures related to gender transition, defining "fund" broadly to include subsidies, reimbursements, and payments for health insurance policies, including those provided by the Arizona health care cost containment system (AHCCCS). It also defines "gender transition" and "medical procedure" to encompass surgical interventions and the prescription or administration of puberty blockers, hormones, or other pharmaceuticals. The bill further states that any intentional violation by a public officer or employee will be considered a misuse of public monies, a violation of existing law (section 35-301), and clarifies that "public monies" has the same meaning as defined in section 35-302.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Senate Committee of the Whole action: Do Pass (on 03/02/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/84086 |
| Analysis - SENATE FACT SHEET: 02/16/2026 HHS | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/537348 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/sb1177p.htm |
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