AZ SB1309

Establishes a renewable energy technology environmental impact study committee comprised of 3 House members, 3 Senate members, 2 solar energy industry representatives, 2 electric utility representatives, and the Department of Environmental Quality director.

Committee must collect information on environmental impacts of production, recycling, and disposal of solar panels and electronic waste, and study the lifespan of solar equipment.

Committee shall review opportunities to expand solar panel and electronic waste recycling or reuse in Arizona and make recommendations on addressing environmental impacts of solar panel and electronic waste disposal.

Legislature provides staff and support services; members receive no compensation but are reimbursed for expenses.

Committee must submit findings and recommendations report by December 31, 2017 to the governor, legislature leadership, and secretary of state; committee is repealed September 30, 2018.