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AZ SCR1015
Concurrent Resolution
Status
2/3/2015
Primary Sponsor
Stephen Pierce
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AI Summary
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Proposes a new Article XXXI to the Arizona Constitution asserting state sovereignty over nonnavigable, intrastate waters within Arizona's boundaries.
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Prohibits federal agencies from enforcing federal regulations on nonnavigable, intrastate waters unless clearly and manifestly authorized by an act of Congress.
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Prevents Arizona state agencies and political subdivisions from using personnel or resources to enforce or cooperate with federal regulation of nonnavigable, intrastate waters without a court determination based on clear and convincing evidence that such regulation is constitutionally necessary.
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Establishes an enforceable right of action in Arizona courts for any state resident to challenge violations of these protections without cost to the state.
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Requires voter approval of the constitutional amendment and names it the "Water is Life Amendment."
Legislative Description
State authority; nonnavigable, intrastate waters
Last Action
Referred to Senate RULES Committee
2/16/2015