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Introduced
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
In Committee
02/23/2026
02/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)
Bill Summary
AN ACT AMENDING SECTION 13-757, ARIZONA REVISED STATUTES; RELATING TO CAPITAL PUNISHMENT.
AI Summary
This bill, concerning capital punishment in Arizona, amends existing law to allow for the death penalty to be carried out by firing squad, lethal gas, or lethal injection, with the defendant having the choice of method at least twenty days before their execution, and if no choice is made, lethal injection will be used. Importantly, the bill mandates death by firing squad for defendants convicted of murdering a law enforcement officer when the defendant knew or should have known the officer was on duty, and it also clarifies that the identities of executioners and related personnel are confidential and their professional licenses will not be suspended or revoked due to their participation in an execution. This legislation is contingent on the passage of a related constitutional amendment by the voters.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate majority 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/85411 |
| Analysis - SENATE FACT SHEET: 02/16/2026 PS | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/537362 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/sb1751p.htm |
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