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Introduced
01/20/2026
01/20/2026
In Committee
02/09/2026
02/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)
Bill Summary
AN ACT amending sections 15-341, 15-342, 15-491 and 15-789, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to school districts.
AI Summary
This bill amends Arizona Revised Statutes related to school districts, primarily focusing on real estate transactions and prohibiting school districts from purchasing or leasing property if a charter school or private school is already operating there. Specifically, it adds restrictions to sections governing the general powers and duties of school district governing boards (15-341), their discretionary powers (15-342), and elections on school property (15-491). The bill also modifies provisions related to contracting for career and technical education (15-789) to include a similar prohibition on purchasing or leasing property if a charter or private school is present. These changes aim to prevent school districts from acquiring property that is already being utilized by other educational institutions, potentially impacting competition or resource allocation within school districts.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (7)
Matt Gress (R)*,
Hildy Angius (R),
Neal Carter (R),
Pamela Carter (R),
Lisa Fink (R),
John Gillette (R),
Laurin Hendrix (R),
Last Action
House minority caucus: Do pass (on 02/10/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/84147 |
| Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 02/05/2026 Caucus & COW | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/536158 |
| Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 02/01/2026 Education | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/535545 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/hb2376p.htm |
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