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Introduced
02/09/2026
02/09/2026
In Committee
02/23/2026
02/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)
Bill Summary
AN ACT amending sections 23-107, 23-110, 23-401, 23-405, 23-406, 23-408, 23-409, 23-415, 23-417, 23-418, 23-423, 23-426, 23-428, 23-433, 23-471, 23-474, 23-477, 23-478, 23-491, 23-491.03, 23-491.04, 23-491.08, 23-491.09, 23-1065 and 41-1005, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to the industrial commission of Arizona.
AI Summary
This bill makes several changes to the Industrial Commission of Arizona's (ICA) operations and responsibilities, primarily by updating terminology and clarifying procedures. Key provisions include renaming the "ombudsman" to "resource officer" within the ICA to assist recipients of workers' compensation benefits and other ICA programs, and establishing a "chief" position within the Division of Occupational Safety and Health, replacing the term "director." The bill also refines definitions related to occupational safety and health, including clarifying what constitutes a "model system" for workplace safety and health management. It updates language regarding the powers and duties of the ICA and its divisions, particularly concerning inspections, citations, penalties, and the confidentiality of trade secrets. Additionally, the bill adjusts language related to boiler and elevator inspections, ensuring consistency in terminology and clarifying the roles of various officials. Finally, it makes a technical correction to an exemption from rulemaking requirements for the ICA, ensuring that fee schedules are posted online and publicly noticed.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate minority caucus: Do pass (on 02/23/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/85118 |
| Analysis - SENATE FACT SHEET: 02/19/2026 RAGE As Passed Committee | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/538098 |
| SENATE - Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/537755 |
| SENATE - Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/537864 |
| Analysis - SENATE FACT SHEET: 02/16/2026 RAGE | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/537422 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/sb1515p.htm |
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