Policy Positions
Positions as of July 4, 2026, extracted from source websites.
Climate(1)
Petersen advocates for reduced regulations and has been recognized as a top regulatory reformer, suggesting opposition to expansive regulatory frameworks.
"President Petersen has advocated for limited government, reduced regulations, fiscally conservative initiatives, low taxes and free market principles"
Criminal Justice(1)
Opposes reducing law enforcement authority and supports holding criminals accountable while backing law enforcement officers.
"Public safety must always come first. I will ensure our laws are enforced, hold criminals accountable, protect the rights of crime victims, and support law enforcement officers who put their lives on the line to keep Arizonans safe."
Economy(2)
Petersen has a record of supporting small businesses, receiving multiple recognitions from the NFIB as both Legislator of the Year and Guardian of Small Business.
"He has received several awards and recognitions for protecting religious freedom, free markets, small business, and individual rights"
Petersen advocates for low taxes as a core principle of his legislative career.
"President Petersen has advocated for limited government, reduced regulations, fiscally conservative initiatives, low taxes and free market principles"
Guns(3)
Petersen expresses strong support for Second Amendment rights, having fought for them during his time as Senate President.
"fought for our Second Amendment rights"
Petersen has fought for Second Amendment rights and would continue to do so as Attorney General.
"fighting for our Second Amendment rights"
Supports defending Second Amendment rights and will use legal tools to protect them.
"From the Second Amendment to free speech, our rights are under attack. I will use every legal tool available to defend the freedoms that make Arizona and America strong."
Social Issues(3)
Petersen has received awards for protecting religious freedom and has been recognized for leadership in standing up for religious liberty.
"He has received several awards and recognitions for protecting religious freedom, free markets, small business, and individual rights"
Petersen opposes transgender women/girls competing in women's sports, framing it as keeping 'men out of women's sports.'
"working to keep government in check and men out of women's sports"
Opposes transgender athletes competing in women's sports, having taken action when the current AG refused to address the issue.
"When the current Attorney General refused to stand up for fairness in women's sports, I took action. I will continue fighting to protect opportunities for female athletes and ensure the law is upheld."