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HCR 2045

law enforcement; first responders; honoring

57th Legislature - First Regular Session Introduced by Lupe Diaz and 2 co-sponsors

HCR 2045 ceremonially honors Arizona’s law enforcement, fire/EMS and volunteers, expressing gratitude; a symbolic, nonbinding gesture with no legal duties or funding changes.

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Bill Summary · HCR 2045

HCR 2045 — law enforcement; first responders; honoring (Arizona, 2025)

Purpose

House Concurrent Resolution 2045 is a ceremonial measure that formally honors Arizona’s law enforcement officers, Arizona Rangers, sheriffs, fire personnel, emergency medical services, search-and-rescue teams, and other first responders — including volunteers — and recognizes their history, public service, and community contributions.

Key provisions

  • Contains a series of “whereas” findings that:
    • Describe police, fire and emergency services as essential to civil society.
    • Praise the courage, commitment and selflessness of law enforcement and other first responders who risk personal safety and property in protecting the public.
    • Recognize the Arizona Rangers (statutorily established in 2002) for providing law‑enforcement assistance and community services.
    • Note that many volunteers supply their own equipment and receive no monetary compensation.
  • Two formal resolves:
    1. The Legislature honors and expresses sincere gratitude to all law enforcement personnel and other first responders in Arizona.
    2. The Legislature recognizes the rich history of Arizona’s first responders and honors volunteers for their unparalleled public service.

Who is affected

  • Directly honors: Arizona Rangers, state and local law enforcement officers, sheriffs, firefighters, emergency medical services, search and rescue personnel, and volunteer first responders.
  • Practically: no change to duties, funding, or legal status of any individuals or agencies — it is symbolic recognition only.

Legislative timeline & status

  • Introduced: January 29, 2025 (House)
  • House actions:
    • First reading: Jan 29, 2025
    • Second reading: Jan 30, 2025
    • Placed on consent calendar: Feb 24, 2025
    • Passed House: Feb 26, 2025
    • Transmitted to Senate: Feb 26, 2025
  • Senate actions:
    • First reading: Mar 10, 2025
    • Second reading: Mar 11, 2025
    • Committee “Do Pass”/DP: Mar 19, 2025
    • Final passage (Senate): May 6, 2025
  • Filed in Office of Secretary of State: May 7, 2025
  • Classification: Concurrent resolution (nonbinding legislative expression)

Legal effect and likely impact

  • HCR 2045 is purely honorary and nonbinding. As a concurrent resolution it expresses the sentiment of the Legislature but does not create statutory rights, impose duties, appropriate funds, or change state law.
  • Primary impact is symbolic: public recognition of first responders’ service and volunteers’ contributions; may be used for proclamations, commemorations, or informational purposes.

Sponsors

  • Primary sponsor: Representative Gail Griffin
  • Introduced version lists Representatives Griffin, Diaz, and Lopez as sponsors.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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