AZ SB1589

Establishes a Public Safety Funding Committee consisting of 15 members including the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court (nonvoting chair), legislative appointees, the Attorney General, Department of Public Safety Director, and representatives from law enforcement, criminal defense, prosecution, tribal government, nonprofit organizations, social services, universities, mental health, communities of color, and youth programs.

Requires the committee to conduct comprehensive reviews of state and local public safety budgets using peer-reviewed research on policing practices, crime prevention, policing alternatives, and out-of-state budgets.

Directs the committee to solicit public input through an online form and hold at least five public hearings before drafting its first report, with hearings held at geographically dispersed locations in communities significantly affected by policing practices.

Mandates the committee develop policy recommendations for generating savings, increasing public safety, and reinvesting in communities through evidence-based practices in areas including youth programs, mental health services, housing, job training, and small business support.

Requires the committee to submit annual reports to the Governor, Legislature, and Chief Justice within six months of the effective date and annually thereafter, hold at least two public hearings on each report, and identify which recommendations can be implemented without additional legislative action.

Repeals Section 41-2410 effective June 30, 2027.