AZ HB2686

Directs the Arizona Department of Administration to establish an internet web portal serving as a streamlined application process for starting a business in the state, subject to legislative appropriation.

Web portal must include business licensing, trademark/service mark registration, trade name registration, transaction privilege tax license, and other applicable business licensing requirements.

Department of Administration must coordinate with the Corporation Commission, Department of Revenue, Secretary of State, State Treasurer, and other agencies to implement and operate the portal, and shall contract with a third-party entity for establishment and administration.

Appropriates $4,000,000 from the state general fund for fiscal year 2019-2020 to establish and maintain the portal, and $400,000 for fiscal year 2020-2021 for maintenance and operations.

Requires annual implementation reports to legislative leaders through December 31, 2022, detailing expenditures, deliverables, completion timeline, and current status.