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Introduced
01/20/2026
01/20/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)
Bill Summary
AN ACT amending section 13-1303, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to unlawful imprisonment.
AI Summary
This bill amends Arizona law regarding unlawful imprisonment, specifically by adding a new way a person can commit this crime: intentionally preventing someone from entering or exiting a place of worship by physically blocking or detaining them, or by using force or threats of force, provided the perpetrator is at least eighteen years old. The bill also clarifies that for this specific type of unlawful imprisonment, if it's a felony, the court must consider a specific aggravating circumstance related to the offense. Additionally, it defines "detention officer" and clarifies that "place of worship" has the same meaning as defined in another section of Arizona law.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Justice
Sponsors (23)
Alma Hernandez (D)*,
Hildy Angius (R),
Leo Biasiucci (R),
Lupe Contreras (D),
Patty Contreras (D),
Eva Diaz (D),
Lupe Diaz (R),
Sally Ann Gonzales (D),
David Gowan (R),
Matt Gress (R),
Gail Griffin (R),
Consuelo Hernandez (D),
Lydia Hernandez (D),
Elda Luna-Nájera (D),
Teresa Martinez (R),
Kevin Payne (R),
Michele Peña (R),
Mae Peshlakai (D),
Tony Rivero (R),
Myron Tsosie (D),
Kevin Volk (D),
Julie Willoughby (R),
Justin Wilmeth (R),
Last Action
House PSLE Committee action: Withdrawn, voting: (0-0-0-0-0-0) (on 01/28/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/84520 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/hb2677p.htm |
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