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AZ SB1420
Bill
Status
1/28/2026
Primary Sponsor
Frank Carroll
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AI Summary
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Prohibits knowingly feeding pigeons in Arizona, with escalating penalties: warning for first violation, $100 civil penalty for second violation, and petty offense classification for third or subsequent violations
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Adds pigeons to the existing list of wildlife that cannot be fed, attracted, or enticed in counties with populations over 280,000 (previously only tree squirrels and birds were exempted from the ban)
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Exempts individuals who keep pigeons in properly maintained enclosures that meet specific requirements: located outside front yard, minimum 1 square foot per bird, compliant with local zoning/building codes, and odor-free
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Creates a private right of action allowing individuals to bring civil lawsuits to enforce the pigeon feeding prohibition
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Defines "pigeon" as birds of the family Columbidae and species Columba livia (rock dove, homing pigeon, carrier pigeon), and "food" broadly to include grains, seeds, bread, scraps, and improperly disposed garbage
Legislative Description
Public nuisance; pigeons
Last Action
Senate read second time
1/29/2026