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AZ HB2745
Bill
Status
2/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Tony Rivero
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AI Summary
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Expands who can hold a witness in legislative contempt to include any committee or the president of the senate or speaker of the house, in addition to the full senate or house through resolution.
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Requires witnesses be given notice and an opportunity for a hearing before a contempt order is issued, where they can present evidence showing why they are not in contempt.
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Establishes three findings required for a contempt order: the witness had knowledge of the subpoena, had the ability to comply, and failed to comply.
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Allows arrest of non-compliant witnesses by the sergeant-at-arms using either a contempt order signed by the chairperson or presiding officer, or a resolution signed by the presiding officer.
Legislative Description
Legislative subpoena; perjury; refusal; contempt
Legislature
Last Action
Senate read second time
3/10/2026