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AZ HB2665
Bill
Status
2/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Pamela Carter
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AI Summary
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Expands Arizona's manslaughter statute to hold adults (18+) criminally liable for intentionally providing advice or encouragement to a minor who uses that guidance to die by suicide, when the adult knew of the minor's intent
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Covers "directed communications" including social media posts, text messages, and other electronic communications specifically addressed to or tagged at the minor victim
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Excludes general public commentary, artistic expression, or discussions of suicide/mental health not specifically directed at the minor who dies
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Classifies the offense as a class 2 felony, consistent with other manslaughter charges under Arizona law
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Designates the act as "Cade's Law: If You See Something Say Something"
Legislative Description
Manslaughter; online advice; encouragement
Criminal Code - Title 13
Last Action
Senate read second time
3/10/2026