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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
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 section 36-2907, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to the aRizona health care cost containment system.
AI Summary
This bill expands dental coverage under the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), a state program providing healthcare to low-income individuals and families, to include comprehensive dental care for pregnant women aged twenty-one and older, in addition to existing emergency dental care and extractions for adults. The bill also appropriates funds for fiscal year 2026-2027 to cover the costs of this new benefit and related eligibility changes, and requires AHCCCS to report on the actual costs incurred by October 1, 2027.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (11)
Consuelo Hernandez (D)*,
Alma Hernandez (D),
Lydia Hernandez (D),
Chris Lopez (R),
Elda Luna-Nájera (D),
Teresa Martinez (R),
Michele Peña (R),
Tony Rivero (R),
Myron Tsosie (D),
Kevin Volk (D),
Julie Willoughby (R),
Last Action
House HHS Committee action: Do Pass, voting: (11-1-0-0-0-0) (on 02/09/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/85126 |
| Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 02/05/2026 Health & Human Services | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/536304 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/hb2958p.htm |
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