AZ HB2284

Extends the military family relief fund through December 31, 2018 (previously set to expire December 31, 2013).

Amends the process for awarding grants exceeding $3,000 to require two-thirds committee approval instead of unanimous approval, and extends the temporary higher award limit through December 31, 2012.

Maintains the fund's purposes of providing financial assistance to families of service members who were deceased, wounded, injured, or seriously ill after September 11, 2001, with eligibility requirements including deployment from Arizona or entry into active service from Arizona.

Establishes the military family relief advisory committee with the director and 12 appointed members including military widows/widowers, veterans with service-connected disabilities, and military commanders to oversee fund administration and application review.

Designates the bill as an emergency measure effective immediately.