AZ SB1550

Appropriates $1,255,500 from the state general fund in fiscal year 2026-2027 to the state treasurer for distribution to the town of Queen Creek police department.

Establishes a three-year pilot program for specialized law enforcement focused on youth protection and investigative enhancement.

Program priorities include preventing runaway youth incidents, protecting at-risk youth from exploitation, and strengthening collaboration with care providers and state agencies.

Requires production of a model framework for potential statewide replication of the program.

Appropriation is exempt from standard lapsing provisions under section 35-190, Arizona Revised Statutes.