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Steven Chapman

Democratic · AZ

Steven Chapman is a 2026 Democratic primary candidate for Arizona House of Representatives District 22.

Track record

Environment and Public Health

· 6 records
  • The Arizona Technology Council endorsed Chapman for House District 22 after its candidate-review process, identifying education, infrastructure, innovation, transportation, and sustainable energy among its priorities.

    June 10, 2026For

    Source: aztechcouncil.org · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve an energy-conservation lease-purchase agreement.

    May 12, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve a solar energy-performance project with Veregy.

    March 5, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve electric-vehicle infrastructure work with Veregy.

    March 5, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman joined Arizona school leaders in asking the state to delay the start of in-person classes until October 2020 because of COVID-19 health conditions.

    July 13, 2020For

    Source: kgun9.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • As Arizona School Boards Association president, Chapman announced that the association board unanimously supported litigation against Juul and other vaping-product makers over youth vaping harms.

    October 17, 2019For

    Source: azsba.org · researched July 18, 2026

Government Efficiency

· 3 records
  • Chapman moved and voted for an intergovernmental agreement with Glendale Elementary School District for shared garage and mechanical services.

    April 7, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to adopt revised district mission and values statements and a strategic plan.

    February 10, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted to authorize a $25 million lease-purchase and ground-lease transaction with Isaac School District.

    January 29, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

Healthcare Affordability

· 5 records
  • Chapman voted to continue district-paid employee health benefits for the 2026-27 school year.

    February 24, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to continue district-paid employee health benefits for the 2025-26 school year.

    February 25, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted for a $250 employee health-stipend incentive.

    April 23, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to increase instructional-assistant certification pay and to give permanent substitutes the teacher work calendar and health benefits.

    March 5, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to continue district-paid employee health benefits for the 2024-25 school year.

    February 6, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

Government Spending Reduction

· 2 records
  • Chapman voted against tabling a proposed $65.15 million guaranteed maximum price and survey for the new district office; the tabling motion passed.

    December 4, 2025Against

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted to modify High School No. 8's design to use a regular stadium and no fieldhouse.

    November 18, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

Public Safety and Crime Control

· 3 records
  • Chapman voted to establish a Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps unit at Sierra Linda High School.

    April 8, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted for an intergovernmental agreement with Phoenix for a school resource officer at Sierra Linda High School.

    July 19, 2022For

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved approval of a new University High School social-worker position funded through the School Safety Program grant; the board approved it 5-0.

    August 24, 2021For

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

Housing Affordability

· 1 record
  • Chapman moved and voted to approve a lease-option agreement with Dominium Acquisition for a housing project on district property.

    May 27, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

Social Programs and Welfare

· 3 records
  • Chapman moved and voted to expand paid parental leave for professional and support staff from two weeks to three weeks.

    April 8, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to adopt paid parental leave for professional and support staff.

    July 23, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted for a districtwide memorandum of understanding with Homeless Youth Connection to support students experiencing homelessness.

    July 19, 2022For

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

Public Education Quality

· 51 records
  • Chapman voted to approve the board's argument supporting the district maintenance-and-operations override.

    June 16, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve revised coaching stipends.

    June 16, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • The Arizona Technology Council endorsed Chapman for House District 22 after its candidate-review process, identifying education, infrastructure, innovation, transportation, and sustainable energy among its priorities.

    June 10, 2026For

    Source: aztechcouncil.org · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to call district bond and maintenance-and-operations override elections.

    May 26, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted for a district resolution advocating increased state education funding.

    May 12, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to establish a state school identifier for Estrella Vista Academy.

    March 24, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to continue district-paid employee health benefits for the 2026-27 school year.

    February 24, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to adopt revised district mission and values statements and a strategic plan.

    February 10, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve the guaranteed maximum price for High School No. 8 and a related district budget revision.

    December 9, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted to approve the district's 2026-27 course catalog.

    November 18, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted against tabling early procurement and site preparation for High School No. 8 until the board approved a design and budget; the tabling motion passed.

    October 14, 2025Against

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve the district's instructional-time model.

    September 23, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted to adopt district policy regulating students' use of personal digital communication and electronic devices.

    August 12, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted to approve the Arizona School Boards Association's 2026 political agenda and direct the district delegate to represent the board's position.

    August 12, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to call district bond and maintenance-and-operations override elections.

    May 21, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted to award the construction-manager-at-risk contract for High School No. 8 to Chasse Building Team.

    May 6, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted to expand paid parental leave for professional and support staff from two weeks to three weeks.

    April 8, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to establish a Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps unit at Sierra Linda High School.

    April 8, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted for an 8% employee compensation increase for the 2025-26 school year.

    February 25, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to continue district-paid employee health benefits for the 2025-26 school year.

    February 25, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve the district's 2025-26 course catalog.

    November 19, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve the Arizona School Boards Association's draft 2025 political agenda and direct the district delegate to represent the board's position.

    August 27, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted to suspend district class fees indefinitely.

    August 13, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve a school-counselor evaluation system.

    July 23, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve a student data-sharing agreement with Grand Canyon University.

    July 23, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to adopt paid parental leave for professional and support staff.

    July 23, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve a dual-enrollment incentive program.

    June 25, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve a school-psychologist evaluation system.

    June 25, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted for additional compensation for teachers whose tuition-paying students successfully complete dual-enrollment courses.

    April 23, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted for a $250 employee health-stipend incentive.

    April 23, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted to call a District Additional Assistance override election and approve the board's argument supporting the override.

    April 23, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted to call a special district bond election.

    April 23, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to create a $750 bilingual-certification stipend and a $0.50 hourly bilingual stipend.

    March 26, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to increase instructional-assistant certification pay and to give permanent substitutes the teacher work calendar and health benefits.

    March 5, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted for an 8% employee compensation increase for the 2024-25 school year.

    February 6, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to continue district-paid employee health benefits for the 2024-25 school year.

    February 6, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to raise daily substitute-teacher pay, including higher rates for long-term and certified long-term substitutes.

    February 6, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved approval of a partnership with Arizona International University, which the board approved 4-0 with one abstention.

    May 9, 2023For

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to call a district bond election.

    May 9, 2023For

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved approval of an updated Proposition 301 employee performance-pay plan; the board approved it 5-0.

    May 9, 2023For

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman requested expedited consideration of graduation-exercises policy IKFB and voted for its adoption.

    April 25, 2023For

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman publicly urged Arizona officials to lift the constitutional school-spending cap, warning that Tolleson Union otherwise stood to lose more than $21 million in authorized funding.

    November 29, 2022For

    Source: azmirror.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved approval of an override of the district's fiscal-year 2023 aggregate expenditure limit.

    November 15, 2022For

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved approval of school-improvement bonds, which the Tolleson Union board approved 5-0.

    August 23, 2022For

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted for an intergovernmental agreement with Phoenix for a school resource officer at Sierra Linda High School.

    July 19, 2022For

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted for a districtwide memorandum of understanding with Homeless Youth Connection to support students experiencing homelessness.

    July 19, 2022For

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to increase Tolleson Union teachers' class-coverage compensation from $20 per period to the teacher's hourly rate.

    August 24, 2021For

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved approval of a new University High School social-worker position funded through the School Safety Program grant; the board approved it 5-0.

    August 24, 2021For

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved approval of the Arizona School Boards Association's 2022 political agenda, and the Tolleson Union board approved it 5-0.

    August 24, 2021For

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman joined Arizona school leaders in asking the state to delay the start of in-person classes until October 2020 because of COVID-19 health conditions.

    July 13, 2020For

    Source: kgun9.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman authored an Arizona School Boards Association advocacy column arguing that effective elected school boards are essential to public education and community accountability.

    January 28, 2020For

    Source: azsba.org · researched July 18, 2026

Data Privacy

· 2 records
  • Chapman moved and voted to adopt district policy regulating students' use of personal digital communication and electronic devices.

    August 12, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve a student data-sharing agreement with Grand Canyon University.

    July 23, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

Civil Rights

· 1 record
  • Chapman voted for a district resolution recognizing and supporting LGBTQIA+ students and staff.

    June 24, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

Corporate Accountability

· 1 record
  • As Arizona School Boards Association president, Chapman announced that the association board unanimously supported litigation against Juul and other vaping-product makers over youth vaping harms.

    October 17, 2019For

    Source: azsba.org · researched July 18, 2026

Public Infrastructure

· 22 records
  • Chapman voted to grant a pedestrian-bridge easement supporting access to district facilities.

    June 16, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to authorize the sale of district bonds.

    June 16, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • The Arizona Technology Council endorsed Chapman for House District 22 after its candidate-review process, identifying education, infrastructure, innovation, transportation, and sustainable energy among its priorities.

    June 10, 2026For

    Source: aztechcouncil.org · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to call district bond and maintenance-and-operations override elections.

    May 26, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve an energy-conservation lease-purchase agreement.

    May 12, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted for an intergovernmental agreement with Glendale Elementary School District for shared garage and mechanical services.

    April 7, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to authorize an exchange of vacant district land for property of equivalent value.

    April 7, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve a guaranteed maximum price for construction of a new district facility in Glendale.

    January 13, 2026For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve the guaranteed maximum price for High School No. 8 and a related district budget revision.

    December 9, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted against tabling a proposed $65.15 million guaranteed maximum price and survey for the new district office; the tabling motion passed.

    December 4, 2025Against

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted to modify High School No. 8's design to use a regular stadium and no fieldhouse.

    November 18, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted against tabling early procurement and site preparation for High School No. 8 until the board approved a design and budget; the tabling motion passed.

    October 14, 2025Against

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to award McCarthy Building Companies the construction-manager-at-risk contract for a new district office.

    August 26, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to acquire two Glendale-area properties totaling 18.92 acres for district use.

    May 27, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to call district bond and maintenance-and-operations override elections.

    May 21, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted to award the construction-manager-at-risk contract for High School No. 8 to Chasse Building Team.

    May 6, 2025For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted to call a special district bond election.

    April 23, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve a solar energy-performance project with Veregy.

    March 5, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve electric-vehicle infrastructure work with Veregy.

    March 5, 2024For

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to authorize additional school-improvement bonds.

    August 22, 2023For

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to call a district bond election.

    May 9, 2023For

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved approval of school-improvement bonds, which the Tolleson Union board approved 5-0.

    August 23, 2022For

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

General

· 8 records
  • Chapman voted to approve the district's proposed fiscal-year 2026-27 budget.

    June 16, 2026

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve the district's fiscal-year 2024-25 annual financial report.

    October 14, 2025

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to adopt the district's fiscal-year 2025-26 budget.

    July 8, 2025

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve the district's proposed fiscal-year 2025-26 budget.

    June 24, 2025

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman moved and voted to authorize a $25 million lease-purchase and ground-lease transaction with Isaac School District.

    January 29, 2025

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to approve the district's fiscal-year 2023-24 annual financial report.

    October 1, 2024

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to adopt the district's fiscal-year 2024-25 budget.

    June 25, 2024

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted for the district's proposed fiscal-year 2023-24 budget.

    June 13, 2023

    Source: drive.google.com · researched July 18, 2026

Integrity and Ethics

· 3 records
  • A recall campaign against Chapman failed after organizers submitted fewer valid signatures than required.

    January 30, 2026

    Source: axios.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • A recall campaign was formally launched against Chapman over disputed Tolleson Union financial and property decisions; Chapman denied the allegations and defended the transactions.

    September 25, 2025

    Source: axios.com · researched July 18, 2026

  • Chapman voted to publicly release an investigation concerning a school-resource-officer incident.

    June 24, 2025

    Source: tuhsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com · researched July 18, 2026

Elections

Profile last researched July 6, 2026.