AZ SB1398

Requires cities, towns, counties, and special districts to demand federal or state government coordination before implementing regulations that are more restrictive than local laws, unless the local government votes to opt out.

Mandates local governments hold public hearings and vote on whether to authorize litigation if federal or state government fails to coordinate in good faith.

Allows residents or business owners to demand local compliance by serving written notice to governing body members, requiring a public hearing response within 30 days if the local government fails to act within 60 days.

Defines "less restrictive" as local laws that impose less burden on exercise of rights, privileges, or immunities within the jurisdiction's boundaries.

Applies to cities (A.R.S. § 9-500.29), counties (A.R.S. § 11-269.09), and special districts (A.R.S. § 48-281).