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AZ HB2262

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/23/2026

Primary Sponsor

Gail Griffin

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Origin

House of Representatives

Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)

AI Summary

  • Transfers the Resource Analysis Division from the State Land Department to the Arizona Geological Survey, which is housed within the University of Arizona in Tucson.

  • Establishes the Arizona Geographic Information Council within the Arizona Geological Survey, consisting of 35 governor-appointed members representing state, federal, tribal, and local governments, as well as private sector and professional organizations.

  • Requires the State Geologist to collaborate with the State Land Department and update aggregate resource maps and inventories on request from either the State Mine Inspector or State Land Commissioner.

  • Transfers all unexpended monies from the Resource Analysis Division Revolving Fund to the Geological Survey Fund and transfers all personnel, equipment, records, contracts, and ongoing matters to the new division.

  • Adds statutory definitions for geospatial data, geographic information systems, and public agencies to Title 27 governing geological resources.

Legislative Description

Arizona geological survey; analysis; division

Division

Last Action

Senate read second time

3/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules3/2/2026
Natural Resources2/23/2026
Rules1/20/2026
Natural Resources, Energy & Water1/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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