Governor’s Regulatory Review Council and Regional Committees Convene in Phoenix for Key Tuesday Sessions

State and Local Governance Activities Focus on Regulatory and Financial Oversight

On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, the Phoenix metropolitan area is serving as the hub for several significant government and committee sessions. While the Phoenix City Council is not holding a policy or formal session today, state-level and regional bodies are convening to address critical administrative rules and local budgetary planning that affect residents throughout the Valley.

Governor’s Regulatory Review Council Meets in Phoenix

A primary focus of today’s political activity is the Governor’s Regulatory Review Council (GRRC), which is scheduled to hold a public meeting at 10:00 a.m. This session is being conducted both virtually and at the state offices located at 100 North 15th Avenue in Phoenix. The council is tasked with the final review of proposed rules and regulations from various state agencies, ensuring they are necessary and legally sound before implementation.

According to the meeting agenda, the council will deliberate on several rulemaking items, including:

• Arizona State Retirement System: Updates to articles governing retirement system licensing and administration.
• Department of Health Services: Proposed changes to health care institution licensing and radioactive material regulations.
• Department of Child Safety: Revisions to child welfare and safety protocols.
• Environmental Quality: Review of water quality standards and environmental protections under the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality.

The council may also enter into executive sessions to obtain legal advice on specific agenda items, particularly those involving the Departments of Insurance, Agriculture, and Transportation.

Regional Budgetary and Committee Meetings

In the neighboring community of Sun City West, the Budget and Finance Committee is meeting at 9:00 a.m. today in the R.H. Johnson Lecture Hall. This session is part of a broader series of local governance activities aimed at managing community resources and fiscal planning for the upcoming cycle. Following the budget meeting, the Chartered Clubs Committee is scheduled to meet at 1:30 p.m. at the same location to discuss organizational oversight and community engagement.

Looking Ahead: Phoenix City Council Formal Session

While today remains a day for subcommittee and state-level reviews, the City of Phoenix is preparing for a Formal Meeting scheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4, at 2:30 p.m. Expected agenda items for the Wednesday session include appointments by the Mayor and Council to various city boards and commissions. Additionally, the city is continuing its observation of Graffiti-Free Phoenix Awareness Month throughout February, with officials encouraging residents to report neighborhood blight via the myPHX311 system.