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SB 1796·AZ·senate

DNA match tracking system; DPS

In CommitteeFiled Feb 9, 2026
Sponsor: Brian Fernandez
Latest Action

Senate Second Reading

Feb 10, 2026

Summary

The bill requires the Arizona Department of Public Safety to establish a cloud‑based DNA match tracking system that automatically receives match notifications from all accredited crime labs and routes them to relevant police, sheriff, public safety and prosecutorial agencies. Those agencies must review each match within five business days and update the system with case actions and closure decisions. The department must also submit an annual report on system performance to state leaders.

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