Committee backs bill to codify Arizona gift-clause tests; public-safety groups urge stakeholder talks
House Bill 2722, the "Taxpayer Protection Act," was returned with a due-pass recommendation after sponsors said it codifies Arizona Supreme Court standards for the state"s gift clause; police and firefighters' unions voiced concerns about potential unintended consequences and asked for stakeholder meetings.
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The House Ways and Means Committee voted to return House Bill 2722, commonly described by its sponsor as the "Taxpayer Protection Act," with a due-pass recommendation after hearing testimony both in favor and in respectful opposition.
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