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This resolution amends Arizona state law to establish a dedicated funding stream of $10 million annually from the state lottery fund to the Arizona State Parks Heritage Fund. The bill modifies existing statutes to ensure that after meeting certain financial obligations, $10 million will be deposited into the state parks heritage fund each fiscal year. The fund, which will be administered by the Arizona State Parks Board, can also receive legislative appropriations, grants, and donations. The bill provides flexibility by exempting the parks board from standard rulemaking requirements for one year and specifies that the changes will take effect after June 30, 2027. An important caveat is included: if state lottery revenues are insufficient to meet a baseline general fund contribution of $84,150,000, the parks heritage fund deposit can be suspended. The resolution also includes a provision to submit the proposition to voters at the next general election, making it subject to public approval, which is consistent with Arizona's constitutional requirements for certain legislative changes.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/81849