AZ SB1046

Maintains the jurisdictional limit of $65,000 for court-ordered arbitration in superior court cases.

Expands the list of qualified arbitrators to include any person with relevant training, experience, or credentials in addition to attorneys, and requires written consent before placing anyone on the list.

Prohibits courts from requiring attorneys to serve as arbitrators.

Maintains arbitrator compensation at $140 per day, paid by the county from general revenues.

Preserves appeal procedures including deposit requirements and the 23 percent improvement threshold for refunding deposits to appellants.