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Scottsdale officials hear state legislative snapshot as 2026 session opens
Summary
City staff and Cutak Rock lobbyists briefed the council on early 2026 Arizona legislative activity, highlighting governor priorities (K‑12, water, modernizing government), uncertainty about tax conformity with federal changes, and major themes including water policy, housing affordability and short‑term rentals.
On Jan. 13, 2026 the City Council received an early snapshot of the Arizona Legislature's 2026 session from city staff and Mark Osborne of Cutak Rock, the city's state lobbying contractor.
Sarah Sparman, the city's government relations manager, introduced Osborne and said the firm will provide monthly updates during session. Osborne said the first day saw roughly 460…
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