AZ HB2722

Changes the standard of judicial review for administrative law judge decisions from "substantial evidence" and "arbitrary and capricious" tests to a "clear and convincing evidence" standard that the written decision is erroneous.

Eliminates the multi-step agency review process where agency heads could accept, reject, or modify administrative law judge decisions before they became final.

Makes the administrative law judge's written decision the final administrative decision, allowing parties to appeal directly to court under title 12, chapter 7, article 6.

Removes provisions requiring agency heads to provide written justification for rejecting or modifying an administrative law judge's conclusions of law, including notification to the legislature.

Applies to all agencies subject to sections 41-1092.03 through 41-1092.11, except the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board.