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AZ HB2827

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

2/23/2026

Primary Sponsor

Chris Lopez

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Origin

House of Representatives

Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)

AI Summary

  • Extends the exemption from Arizona water banking fees in the Pinal Active Management Area from calendar years 2020-2026 to 2020-2030
  • Extends the groundwater withdrawal fee of up to $2.50 per acre-foot for groundwater and irrigation efficiency projects in the Pinal AMA from December 31, 2026 to December 31, 2030
  • Extends the deadline for distributing unencumbered monies from the Temporary Groundwater and Irrigation Efficiency Projects Fund from June 30, 2027 to June 30, 2032, with distribution completed by December 31, 2032
  • Delays the repeal of the Temporary Groundwater and Irrigation Efficiency Projects Fund statute from March 31, 2028 to March 31, 2033

Legislative Description

Groundwater withdrawal fee; Pinal AMA.

Groundwater

Last Action

Senate read second time

3/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules3/5/2026
Natural Resources2/23/2026
Rules1/22/2026
Natural Resources, Energy & Water1/22/2026

Full Bill Text

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