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AZ SB1685
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/9/2026
Primary Sponsor
Catherine Miranda
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AI Summary
- Establishes the Arizona Commission on Latino Affairs consisting of 8 advisory members and 9 voting members (7 Latino and 2 non-Latino) appointed by the governor, with 3-year terms for voting members
- Advisory members include experts in Latino public education advocacy, health equity, civil rights law, social services, and small business owners from southern, northern, and central Arizona regions
- Commission duties include advising the governor on policies affecting Latino communities, serving as liaison to federal/state/local agencies, developing recommendations on health, housing, education, employment, and business development
- Creates the Arizona Commission on Latino Affairs Fund to receive public and private gifts/grants, with continuously appropriated monies exempt from lapsing provisions
- Establishes an annual Latino Legislative Day on the second Thursday of March to honor Latino history, culture, and contributions, with activities and discussions between state and community leaders
Legislative Description
Arizona Latino affairs; commission.
Last Action
Senate read second time
2/10/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules2/9/2026
Government Institutions2/9/2026
Full Bill Text
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