Votes at a glance: Arizona Senate clears a package of bills and confirms a nominee

During a lengthy floor session on May 26, 2026, the Arizona State Senate moved through multiple third readings and final votes, transmitting successful measures to the next step in the legislative process and confirming a gubernatorial nominee.

Among bills that passed on third reading were House Bill 27 20 (third reading and passage announced by the clerk), House Bill 20 78 (passed following a brief floor exchange), House Bill 25 01 (passed 26‑0 with 4 not voting), House Bill 26 86 (passed 25‑1 with 4 not voting), and House Bill 25 74 (passed 26‑0 with 4 not voting). The Senate also placed several Senate bills under final reading and passed bills including Senate Bill 15 66, Senate Bill 10 67, Senate Bill 11 72, Senate Bill 12 32 and Senate Bill 14 78; vote tallies varied by bill and were recorded on the floor.

The Senate agreed by unanimous or recorded votes to concur in house amendments on a set of Senate bills and placed those bills under final reading. The presiding officer also announced the confirmation of Todd D. Haney to the State Board of Education after a motion to suspend the rules and consideration on the floor; the secretary was instructed to notify the governor and the secretary of state of the confirmation.

Several members used their roll‑call explanations to raise substantive concerns or praise: one senator urged additional protections for homeowners against unlawful occupants (SB 14 26 discussion), and others emphasized constituent issues related to liquor licensing in border communities. The floor adjourned with caucus announcements and the Senate standing adjourned until Monday, June 1, 2026.