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AZ HB2597
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mae Peshlakai
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AI Summary
- Appropriates $15,000,000 from the state general fund in fiscal year 2026-2027 to the Department of Health Services for distribution to tribal governments
- Funds are designated to open or reopen tribal assisted living facilities and tribal nursing homes located in Arizona
- Requires proportional allocation of monies to tribal facilities in the northern, central, and southern portions of the state
- Mandates at least $1,500,000 be allocated specifically to the Hopi Tribe
- Mandates at least $1,500,000 be allocated specifically to the Navajo Nation
Legislative Description
Appropriation; tribal assisted living facilities
Last Action
House read second time
1/21/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules1/20/2026
Appropriations1/20/2026
Full Bill Text
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