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Prop 123
The state of Arizona holds 9.2 million acres of land in trust to benefit Arizona’s public schools, universities, and state agencies. Money earned from the sale or use of this land is held in Trust – the Permanent Land Endowment Trust Fund – for distribution to the beneficiaries. While the historical formula for distributions was complicated and varied from year-to-year, in practice, actual distributions were relatively small and far below earnings. In 2012 then-Treasurer Doug Ducey successfully changed that practice: the distribution rate was simplified to a fixed 2.5% of the funds 5-year average balance; last year Arizona’s K-12 public schools received over 92% of the distribution.
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Oklahoma Wins with Legal Reforms
Oklahoma enacted major reforms to create a more balanced legal environment for businesses and workers. These reforms will directly impact businesses and families and serve as an example for other states.
Why it matters: Reduced legal costs and a fair legal system support investment, entrepreneurship, and economic growth. When local businesses succeed, communities flourish. Excessive litigation is costly, especially for small businesses, and leads to higher prices and fewer services for customers. The U.S. Chamber works with state and local chambers across the country to support reforms that foster economic growth and opportunity.
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Phoenix Tax Rates See Slight Increase
Phoenix residents and businesses should be aware of an upcoming change to the City of Phoenix Transaction Privilege and Use Tax (TPT) rates. This tax, often thought of as similar to sales tax though it’s actually a tax on the business doing activity within the city, is scheduled to increase.
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U.S. Chamber Elevates Local Business Voices
All policy is local, so the U.S. Chamber is bringing together lawmakers and local business leaders in their districts to discuss the need to extend pro-growth business tax provisions.
Elected officials get to hear how the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) has generated economic growth and strengthened communities across the country. Americans could face a massive federal tax increase at the end of 2025 unless the TCJA is extended.
The U.S. Chamber and state and local chamber partners have held over 30 tax roundtables—the map above shows all the states we’ve visited, some more than once—and we are on track to host 100 by the end of the year. This work is part of our advocacy in support of a pro-growth tax code to foster broad-based economic growth that benefits all Americans.
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Business in Your District tool
The Arizona Chamber Foundation, in collaboration with Common Sense Institute Arizona (CSI), have introduced a new initiative titled Business in Your District. This tool aims to equip policymakers, business leaders, and community stakeholders with a comprehensive understanding of the economic and demographic characteristics of each of Arizona’s legislative districts, along with the localized impacts of public policy decisions.
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Majority of Businesses Expect Cost Surges Amid Tariffs
The impact of the broad tariffs—the highest in 90 years—is beginning to ripple through the economy, hitting businesses and consumers alike. Recent data from a U.S. Census Bureau survey reveals that businesses, particularly in retail, wholesale, and manufacturing, are bracing for increased costs and are preparing to pass those costs onto customers.
The U.S. Census survey from earlier this month found:
• 68.4% of manufacturers expect the prices they pay to increase over the next six months.
• 64.3% of wholesalers expect the prices they pay to increase over the next six months.
• 63.8% of retailers expect the prices they pay to increase over the next six months.
These results are record highs since the survey began in September 2023. While businesses will absorb some costs, they will also pass on increases to consumers, potentially impacting economic growth. The survey also found:
• 48.6% of manufacturers expect the prices they charge to increase over the next six months.
• 51.1% of wholesalers expect the prices they charge to increase over the next six months.
• 50.1% of retailers expect the prices they charge to increase over the next six months.
Families already can expect to pay more for many summer essentials because of tariffs:
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Arizona's Permit Freedom Act
A new report from the Common Sense Institute shows that Arizona’s Permit Freedom Act is making measurable progress—permitting timelines are shrinking, and several cities are seeing real improvements.
Faster permits, shorter timelines: Since the law took effect, total development timelines are down 7.1% to 17.7% Average permit closure times dropped from 200 days in 2022 to 126 days in 2023
Economic potential is significant: A 25% reduction in development time could lower home prices by up to 11%. That efficiency could add $5.08 billion to Arizona’s annual GDP
Red tape still exists upstream: The biggest delays are happening before permits are submitted—during zoning, design review, and entitlements. These steps remain untouched by current reform, limiting overall impact.
Transparency is lacking: Despite legal requirements, many cities have not published permit data or timelines. Without consistent reporting, it’s hard to track progress—or hold anyone accountable.
Permit volume is down: Even in cities with faster timelines, the total number of permits issued is falling, suggesting other factors are discouraging homebuilding
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The "One Big Beautiful Bill Act"
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Arizona’s Job Market Rebounds in April
Arizona added 14,200 jobs in April 2025—the fastest monthly job growth in the nation. After three straight months of negative annual job growth to start the year, April marks a turning point with the state posting its first year-over-year job gain of 2025.
Fastest monthly job growth in the nation:
- Arizona added 14,200 nonfarm jobs in April (+0.44%)
- Outpaced the U.S. average of +0.11%; 11 states lost jobs during the same month
Year-over-year improvement:
- On a year-over-year basis, Arizona gained jobs at a +0.76% rate compared to April 2024
- This is the first month of year-over-year gains in 2025
- The state improved from 50th to 34th nationally in annual job growth
Labor market stability:
- Unemployment rate held steady at 4.1%
- Labor force participation remains at 61.5% (still below the 62.2% pre-pandemic level)
Sector Highlights:
Education & Health Services led the way:
- Added 22,600 jobs over the past year (+4.2%) Now at an all-time high employment level in Arizona
Professional & Business Services saw the biggest decline:
- Down 4,400 jobs over the year (-0.9%) Sector peaked in January 2024 and has since been in decline
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Inflation in Arizona Update: April
• In April 2025, consumer prices in Phoenix rose just 0.3% year-over-year.
• Since April 2019, prices have increased 30.7% in Phoenix.
• This translates into an additional $1,495 per month in expenses for the average Arizona household.
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Governor Takes Action on Multiple Bills
Signed
HB2001, behavioral health; graduates; license exemption
HB2026, dental board; hearings; hygienist supervision
HB2032, workers' compensation; assigned risk plan
HB2068, assistance animals; landlord tenant
HB2076, life insurance; illustrations
HB2080, public retirement systems; administration
HB2104, emissions; voluntary vehicle repair; timeline
HB2111, license plates; special
HB2112, internet pornography; minors; age verification
HB2119, model city tax code; notice
HB2129, write-in candidates; filings; ballots
HB2137, medical records; destruction; classification
HB2168, long-term RVs; cooling; prohibition
HB2170, individualized education programs; dyslexia diagnosis
HB2175, prior authorization; claims
HB2179, marijuana; advertising; restrictions
HB2180, acute care services; pilot program
HB2193, captive insurers; certificate of dormancy
HB2195, digital advertising; content; children; penalty
HB2201, energy reduction of wildlife risks
HB2201, wildfire mitigation planning; utilities; approval
HB2231, advisory committee; subcommittee; exemption
HB2281, missing indigenous person; alert system
HB2303, total loss vehicle; electronic signatures
HB2330, voluntary disclosure; disability; licenses
HB2332, postpartum health; education; advisory committee
HB2344, notaries; businesses; prohibition
HB2376, county candidates; clean elections pamphlet
HB2380, rare disease advisory council
HB2387, cryptocurrency kiosk; license; fraud prevention
HB2388, silent witness; nondisclosure; records; exceptions
HB2391, JPs; constables; signatures
HB2451, administrative hearings; change of judge
HB2488, apprenticeship; supervised probation.
HB2540, statewide assessment; accommodations; written form
HB2581, tracking system; sexual assault kits
HB2583, physical therapists; imaging; laboratory tests
HB2611, aggravated assault; accomplices; classification
HB2626, manufactured housing; certification; compliance
HB2667, campaign finance complaints; resolution
HB2678, indistinguishable; visual depiction; definition.
HB2679, power; public utilities; UCC; securities
HB2689, cancer insurance; retirees; public safety
HB2691, groundwater replenishment districts; annual dues
HB2727, county water authority; Harquahala INA
HB2728, DUI; alternative treatment
HB2730, fingerprinting; personnel; committed youth; contact.
HB2742, court-ordered evaluations
HB2749, unclaimed property; virtual currency; security
HB2750, fire trucks; diesel fuel; exemption
HB2787, ground ambulances; registration
HB2852, identification driver licenses; Native American
HB2880, unauthorized encampments; higher education institutions
HB2887, alternative fuel vehicles; HOV lanes
HB2894, safe alert; notifications; criteria
HB2944, inpatient treatment days; computation; exclusion
HP2679, securitization
SB1022, small claims court; jurisdictional limit
SB1033, animal seizure; bond amount
SB1051, engineers; alterations; commercial space
SB1056, liquified petroleum gas containers; penalties.
SB1074, railroad grade crossing; on-track equipment
SB1075, audiologists; speech-language pathologists; compact
SB1103, penalty assessment; victims' rights enforcement
SB1107, motorcycle safety fund continuation
SB1117, political subdivision entity; benefits
SB1132, AHCCCS; continuous glucose monitors
SB1144, jail facilities excise tax; extension
SB1182, municipalities; counties; construction hours
SB1221, China; public funds; divestment
SB1224, property tax; limited property value
SB1241, animal bites; owner contact information
SB1274, tax corrections act of 2025
SB1287, PSPRS; part-time employment
SB1291, health insurers; provider credentialing; claims
SB1295, fraudulent voice recordings
SB1307, advanced air mobility infrastructure
SB1316, child fatality; maternal mortality
SB1319, election officer certification training; yearly
SB1332, driver licenses; reciprocity; foreign military
SB1343, probation supervision; transfer
SB1346, physical therapists; disability placards
SB1348, state fire marshal; phased permitting
SB1351, gift cards; theft; forgery
SB1353, municipal development; permits; review
SB1358, charter schools; access; decision-making authority
SB1370, civil penalties; commercial motor vehicles
SB1372, public records; notification; commercial purpose
SB1377, authorized recipients; donated medicine; information
SB1378, political signs; homeowners' associations
SB1383, schools; health services; disclosures
SB1395, requirements; international medical graduates
SB1438, DCS information; central registry; exceptions
SB1440, epinephrine delivery systems
SB1449, lifetime injunction; undesignated offenses
SB1462, computer-generated pictorial representations; unlawful disclosure
SB1467, liquor; consumption; watercraft
SB1493, DCS; school visits; identification requirements
SB1502, literacy endorsement; curricula; special education
SB1504, community colleges; baccalaureate degrees; reports
SB1505, certified teachers; braille literacy; requirements
SB1521, Town of Wellton; expenditure limitation
SB1527, occupational boards; renewal extension
SB1540, homestead; personal property; exemptions
SB1581, campaign finance reports; filing dates
SB1590, mental health; autism; insurance coverage
SB1604, licensed secure health facility; defendants
SB1615, student athletes; employment status; restrictions
SB1622, narcotic drugs; definition
SB1624, youth charity special plates
SB1626, health insurance; surprise billing; disputes
SB1659, state board; allegations of misconduct
SB1661, broadband service district authority; formation
SB1689, school districts; over expenditures; ADE; notice
SB1711, AHCCCS; obesity treatment; study committee
SB1711, AHCCCS; obesity treatment; study committee
SB1727, medical schools; admissions; in-state students
SEE ALL THE BILLS THAT WERE PASSED
Vetoed
HB2067, governing boards; records; access
HB2092, land divisions; disclosure affidavit; recording
HB2099, governor; attorney general; duties; immigration
HB2203, historical water use; subsequent AMA
HB2206, multistate voter registration system; prohibition
HB2221, law enforcement; defunding; prohibition
HB2222, settlement agreements; report; approval
HB2233, corporation commission; lobbying; prohibition
HB2256, domestic proceedings; therapeutic intervention; prohibition
HB2274, water improvement district; Willcox basin
HB2437, drug-free homeless zones
HB2438, birth certificates; amendments; prohibition
HB2449, AHCCCS; enrollment verification; presumptive eligibility
HB2517, written request; property locators
HB2570, temporary non-expansion area
HB2572, subsequent AMAs; groundwater rights; adequacy
HB2671, DCS; kinship care placement; requirement
HB2693, genetic sequencing; insurance; prohibition
HB2700, academic standards; social studies; geography
HB2767, voter registrations; transportation department; recorders
HB2798, narcotic injection sites; zoning; prohibition
HB2803, mixed hoteling; signage; requirements
HB2824, legislative subpoena; perjury; refusal; contempt
HB2868, discrimination; policies; preferential treatment
HB2895, task order contracts; website; posting
HB2927, public meetings; records; requirements; penalties
SB1002, pronouns; biological sex; school policies
SB1003, public schools; restrooms; reasonable accommodations
SB1014, prohibited weapons; muffling device; repeal
SB1020, disruption; educational institution; concealed weapon
SB1024, state agencies; payments; cryptocurrency
SB1025, public monies; investment; virtual currency
SB1036, public resources; influencing elections; penalties
SB1052, voter registration; temporary absence
SB1064, voting; equipment; internet; custody; violation
SB1086, transportation system performance; ADOT
SB1088, government; compliance; immigration; deportation
SB1089, ADOT; report; construction projects; bidders
SB1091, school districts; bonds; overrides; ballots
SB1094, business; discrimination prohibition; social criteria
SB1095, central bank digital currency; ban
SB1097, elections; voting centers; polling places
SB1098, early ballot drop off; identification
SB1109, designated countries; land ownership; prohibition
SB1116, groundwater model; receipt; written findings
SB1143, firearms transactions; merchant codes; prohibition
SB1256, diversity; equity; inclusion; training; prohibition
SB1268, hospitals; patient immigration status; reporting
SB1280, cast vote record; public record
SB1296, unemployment benefits; requirements; disqualifications; determinations
SB1300 San Simon Valley; groundwater; election
SB1310, false documents; recording; violations
SB1322, state broadband office; transfer; ADOA
SB1373, digital assets strategic reserve fund
SB1375, voter registration rolls; internet access
SB1435, attorney discipline investigations; costs
SB1443, parental rights; compensatory damages
SB1463, initiatives; existing laws; impact statement
SB1464, tax laws; interpretation; application; hearing
SB1472, school district budgets; three years
SB1510, budget unit; vacant positions; reporting
SB1518, subsequent AMAs; groundwater portability
SB1534, ballot measures; description; legislative council
SB1536, cities and towns; primary elections
SB1538, corporation commission; non-thermal generating unit
SB1586, gender transition procedures; provider liability
SB1591, concealed weapons permits; fees
SB1600, patient rights; health care services
SB1610, county detention facilities; arrestees; information
SB1612, document retention; proposals; donations
SB1649, legislative appointments; qualifications
SB1694, higher education; withholding state monies
SB1705, firearms; state preemption; civil penalty
SB1725, fentanyl; nine grams
SEE THE BILLS THAT WERE VETOED
EVCCA Legislative Report June 6, 2025
SMALL BUSINESS OUTLOOK
66% Share of micro-business owners (less than 10 employees) who believe revenue will increase in the next 6 months, according to Go Daddy Small Business Research
49% Share of micro-business owners who predict a weaker economy in 6 months (17 points worse than a year ago).
The smallest businesses expect higher revenues but a weaker national economy.
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