Arizona State Representative Walt Blackman has put forward a constitutional measure, HCR 2014, aimed at reforming legislative terms and post-service lobbying practices. The proposal suggests transitioning the Arizona Legislature to four-year terms starting in 2033, with an eight-year consecutive service limit in each chamber. After serving, legislators would need to take a one-term break before returning to the same body. Additionally, there would be a one-year period during which former legislators could not lobby the Legislature, although they could engage in non-lobbying professional and civic activities.
Representative Blackman said, “Legislators work for the voters, not for themselves or for future lobbying clients.” He added that HCR 2014 aims to set clear limits on lawmakers’ tenure and ensure accountability by maintaining focus on serving the public. As a constitutional resolution, HCR 2014 requires voter approval in a statewide election to be enacted.
Blackman is a Republican representing Arizona’s Legislative District 7 and chairs the House Government Committee. He was elected to the Arizona State House in 2025, succeeding David L. Cook as representative of the state’s 7th House District.
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