AZ HB2070

Appropriates $25,000,000 from the state general fund in fiscal year 2025-2026 to the Department of Administration for distribution to Gila County for flood relief efforts

Authorized expenditures include flood prevention, capital equipment, mitigation projects, debris removal, environmental cleanup, emergency repairs to public and private infrastructure, and economic development in flood-impacted areas

Gila county may use up to 3% of the appropriation ($750,000) for administrative expenses related to management, compliance, and reporting

Requires monthly reports to legislative leadership and the Joint Legislative Budget Committee detailing expenditures, reimbursements, and remaining funds

Designates the appropriation as an emergency measure operative immediately and exempts it from standard lapsing provisions, requiring Gila County to seek federal reimbursement and act as payor of last resort for private landowner assistance