HB 2574 Summary

• Prohibits hydraulic fracturing in Arizona and bans collection, storage, or treatment of water used in, generated by, or resulting from hydraulic fracturing.

• Adds definition of "hydraulic fracturing" to Arizona Revised Statutes as the process of pumping fluid into or under the ground surface to create fractures or cavities in rock for oil or gas production or recovery.

• Makes conforming amendments to water quality control statutes to remove language about "reasonable probability" in certain discharge provisions and update terminology throughout the code.

• Amends storm water permit provisions to clarify when directors may require individual permits based on potential aquifer water quality standard violations.