AZ HB2422

Establishes the Arizona Criminal Justice Academy at eligible postsecondary institutions (Arizona Board of Regents universities, community colleges, and participating private institutions) to incentivize students to pursue criminal justice careers in Arizona.

Provides annual scholarships covering tuition and fees for up to 4 years for undergraduate students, 2 years for graduate students, and 2 years for community college students, with students required to work one year in a criminal justice profession in Arizona for each year of scholarship received.

Creates the Arizona Criminal Justice Academy Fund (continuously appropriated) to be administered by the Arizona Board of Regents for scholarships, induction services, and program administration, with marketing/administration costs capped at 3% annually.

Requires students to reimburse scholarships if they fail to complete the academic year in good standing or do not fulfill their postgraduation criminal justice work obligations, with provisions for deferrals and repayment based on physical or mental inability.

Mandates annual reporting to the legislature and governor by March 1 and September 1 each year on student enrollment, completion rates, employment outcomes, default rates, and fund distributions by institution.