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Arizona State Legislature
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Forty-ninth Legislature - Second Regular Session
 
 
  Al Melvin

Al Melvin

Republican
District 26

Senate
1700 W. Washington
Room 303
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone Number: (602) 926-4326
Fax Number: (602) 417-3259

 
Email Address: amelvin@azleg.gov

Personal Information:

Home City: Tucson
Occupation:
College Adjunct Teacher; Trade and Transportation Consultant
Member Since: 2009
Senator Al Melvin, Republican for District 26, is committed to serving the people of Southern Arizona.  As an educator, businessman, and veteran, he is committed to bringing vision, integrity and leadership to the Arizona State Senate.

Originally from Helena, Montana, Al is a graduate of the United States Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, NY; the Naval War College, Newport, RI; and the American Graduate School of International Management, Thunderbird Campus in Glendale, Arizona.

In 1999, after 30 years of reserve military service, Al retired as a Captain, U.S.N.R.  One of his last duty assignments was Squadron Commander of MPS 2 at Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean.  He had a parallel 35 year career, including 12 years in the Far East, in international trade and ocean transportation, working for three major steamship corporations.  Al's U.S.N.R. and merchant marine careers included nine years at sea.  He holds an unlimited tonnage Masters license issued by the USCG.  Al was an Adjunct Lecturer for the University of Arizona for six years.  He also taught at the University of Phoenix and Western International University, specializing in courses in international trade, transportation, logistics and economics.  Al also owns a consulting firm, American Quality International Consulting.

Al Melvin is fighting for:

  • Border security to stop deaths in the desert and to save $2 billion a year related to illegal aliens regarding hospitalization, education and incarceration.
  • Improved education through maximum parental school choice
  • Tax relief for all businesses and property owners throughout Arizona
  • Water management including water desalination
  • A cleaner environment and more affordable and sustainable energy including solar, wind and nuclear power
  • Tort reform to stop frivolous law suits
  • Private property rights and second amendment rights
  • Improved transportation options including possible toll roads
  • A real balanced budget and transparent government spending
  • Safe streets and neighborhoods throughout Arizona
  • Economic growth and new jobs with improved access to healthcare
  • No kill animal shelters throughout Arizona by 2020
  • Legislation banning texting while driving
Al Melvin is the Vice-Chairman of the Appropriations Committee, and serves on the Public Safety and Human Services Committee as well as the Veterans and Military Affairs committee.

Al can be reached at his Senate office by phone at: 602-926-4326, by e-mail at: AMelvin@azleg.gov and on his website at www.votealmelvin.com

Al Melvin understands the challenges facing Arizona and he has the answers!  Al believes that Arizona can become the premier state in the Union and will do all that he can to make that happen.  Al and his wife, Kou, live on the north side of Tucson with their Basset Hound Bradford.  Both golf, with Kou knocking on the door of 80 and Al is still trying to break 100.  Al is an Eagle Scout and is a big supporter of the Boy Scouts of America.  Al is a Rotarian, a member of the Elks, VFW, American Legion and Knights of Columbus.  He is a member of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) and the Marana and Northern Pima County Chambers of Commerce.

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Committee Assignments
Committee
Position
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Agendas
 
Appropriations Vice-Chairman Click Here Click Here
Natural Resources, Infrastructure and Public Debt Member Click Here Click Here
Public Safety and Human Services Member Click Here Click Here
Veterans and Military Affairs Chairman Click Here Click Here
Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation and Criminal Justice Member Click Here Click Here

 

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Sponsored Bills
Bill Number
Sponsor Type
Short Title
 
HB2001 C taxpayer voluntary contribution; fund
HB2148 C adoption
HB2250 C Arizona's job recovery act
HB2307 C Arizona manufactured firearms; regulation
HB2379 C judicial determinations; applicability.
HB2380 C bond, budget elections; ballot format
HB2381 C renewable energy; legislative authority
HB2382 C schools; student data collection
HB2383 C national guard mobilization; border
HB2395 C schools; payroll deductions; union dues
HB2441 C presidential candidates; proof of qualifications
HB2442 C greenhouse gas emissions; regulations
HB2443 C health care coverage; choice
HB2447 C official state nickname
HB2496 P school tuition credit; contribution date
HB2525 C life sentence; parole eligibility
HB2533 C legislative vacancies
HB2534 C traffic complaints; social security number
HB2535 C national guard tuition reimbursement
HB2536 C license plate obstruction; wheelchair holders
HB2537 C schools; ELL models; exemption
HB2538 C federal mandates; proof of constitutionality
HB2539 C employment; absence for military duties
HB2540 C national disaster medical system; leave
HB2541 C military duty; unemployment insurance
HB2542 C political signs; public right-of-way
HB2543 C firearms; regulation; state preemption.
HB2576 C heat and power tax credit
HB2600 C state holiday; boy scouts
HB2601 C eagle scouts; complimentary fishing license
HB2629 C misconduct involving weapons; retired officers
HB2631 C state capitol restoration recapture district
HB2632 C immigration; law enforcement; safe neighborhoods.
HB2649 C abortion; reporting requirements.
HB2650 C divorce; waiting period; educational programs.
HB2651 C human egg providers; protection
HB2652 C human embryos; treatment
HB2669 C medical board; investigations; due process
HB2683 C corrections employees; secondary employment
HB2684 C POW/MIA flag; display
HB2685 C high schools; U.S. history course
HB2701 C electric utilities; renewable energy standards
HB2769 C electronic benefits transfer cards
HB2770 C public assistance; prohibited acts
HB2784 C abortion; sex; race selection; prohibition
HCR2001 C sovereignty; tenth amendment
HCR2023 C auditor general; reappointment
HCR2029 C legislature; term limits repeal.
HCR2030 C legislative districts; single member
HCR2031 C legislature; term limits; four years
SB1011 C concealed weapons; faculty; school grounds
SB1016 P special court commissioner; appointment
SB1017 C elected county officers; authority
SB1018 C photo enforcement procedures; justice courts
SB1070 C immigration; law enforcement; safe neighborhoods
SB1090 C welfare assistance; assignment of rights
SB1091 C CPS workers; investigations; group homes
SB1122 P prison contraband; wireless communication device
SB1123 P prisoners; community corrections; monitoring; fees
SB1124 P CORP; reverse DROP; extension
SB1125 P public sale of animals
SB1126 P intrastate nuclear fuel act
SB1127 P homestead exemption; amount
SB1128 P state support for youth programs
SB1129 P state photo enforcement system; repeal
  (NOW: state holiday; boy scouts
SB1140 C counties; boards of adjustment
SB1141 C CAGRD revenue bonding; sustainability policies
SB1152 C foster care children; rights
SB1153 C state preemption; knives
SB1167 C health care actions; liability
SB1169 C law enforcement officer; spouse; insurance
SB1170 C capitol police; transfer
SB1172 C schools; gun safety programs
SB1189 C admissibility of expert opinion testimony...
SB1196 C illegal dumping; penalties.
SB1197 C public health emergencies
SB1198 C line extensions; utility infrastructure; charges.
SB1242 C employer protections; labor relations
SB1243 C council on efficient government
SB1244 C motor vehicle insurance
SB1270 P homeowners' associations; awnings
SB1271 P teachers; liability insurance
SB1272 P state photo enforcement system; repeal.
SB1273 P graduate management school; special plates
SB1274 P STOs; contribution date
SB1278 P senior village; incorporation; senior development
SB1279 C hospitals; emergency rooms; reimbursement rate
SB1304 C abortion; reporting requirements
SB1305 C public monies; insurance; abortion; prohibition
SB1306 C human egg providers; protection.
SB1307 C human embryos; treatment.
SB1309 C parents; rights
SB1317 P cities and towns; urbanized areas
SB1318 P animal shelters; procedures; requirements
SB1319 P English language learners; educational technology
SB1330 C regulation of fireworks.
SB1334 P cellular telephone use; texting; driving
SB1373 P county library districts; cities; taxes
SB1376 P music therapists; qualifications
SB1398 C federal regulations; local coordination
SB1407 P state land leases; term; appeal
SB1408 P agricultural best management; dust; districts
SB1419 C dental hygienists; community oral health
SB1442 P child protective services
SCR1020 P technical correction; state school fund
SCR1021 P technical correction; universities; admissions
SCR1022 P legislative appropriation; federal monies
SCR1023 P technology transfer; state universities
SCR1024 C Chicago Cubs; spring training
SCR1036 C taxpayer bill of rights
SCR1040 C justices and judges; retirement age
SCR1045 P damages; civil actions; limit
SCR1050 C greenhouse emissions; legislative authority
SR1001 C spring training; Chicago Cubs

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