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AZ HB2059

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Nickolas Kupper

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Origin

House of Representatives

Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)

AI Summary

  • Establishes "derestricted speed zones" on designated state highway segments where no maximum speed limit applies to non-commercial vehicles between 30 minutes before sunrise and 30 minutes after sunset, with an 80 mph limit during twilight periods

  • Sets the maximum speed limit at 80 mph on interstate highways outside urbanized areas with populations of 50,000 or more, replacing the current 75 mph limit

  • Requires a one-year pilot program on Interstate 8 before expanding derestricted speed zones to other highway segments

  • Mandates annual safety audits comparing crash, injury, and fatality rates before and after derestricted zone designations, with reports submitted to legislative leadership

  • Imposes civil penalties of at least $500 for first violations and $1,000 for second violations within one year for failing to comply with derestricted zone driving requirements, including staying in the right lane except when passing

Legislative Description

Highway speed restrictions; safety

Last Action

House TI Committee action: Withdrawn, voting: (0-0-0-0-0-0)

2/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules1/12/2026
Government1/12/2026
Transportation and Infrastructure1/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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