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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)
Bill Summary
AN ACT amending sections 15-721 and 15-722, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to school textbooks.
AI Summary
This bill amends Arizona law regarding school textbooks to prohibit their approval or selection if they contain content that reflects negatively on individuals based on their race, ethnicity, sex, religion, disability, nationality, sexual orientation, or gender identity. This prohibition applies to both common schools (K-8) and high schools, and it extends to all instructional materials, not just basic textbooks. The bill also makes minor changes to the wording in existing sections concerning the public review period for textbooks and library materials.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (10)
Lela Alston (D)*,
Flavio Bravo (D),
Janeen Connolly (D),
Eva Diaz (D),
Rosanna Gabaldón (D),
Catherine Miranda (D),
Analise Ortiz (D),
Mariana Sandoval (D),
Kiana Sears (D),
Priya Sundareshan (D),
Last Action
Senate read second time (on 02/04/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/85230 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/sb1599p.htm |
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