AZ HB2224

Amends Arizona Revised Statutes section 13-2927 to expand the definition of "unlawful feeding of wildlife" to include creating a wildlife habitat, in addition to feeding, attracting, or enticing wildlife.

Removes the geographic limitation that previously restricted the law to counties with populations over 280,000 persons, making the prohibition applicable statewide.

Reclassifies the offense as a petty offense in most jurisdictions, but increases the penalty to a mandatory $1,000 fine in cities or towns with populations exceeding 100,000 persons.

Maintains existing exemptions for lawful wildlife taking under state law, public employees acting for public safety or wildlife management, normal agricultural or livestock operations, and feeding of tree squirrels or birds.