Bill > HB2273

This bill modifies the Arizona state lottery fund allocation by adding a new provision to deposit $50,000,000 into the on-farm irrigation efficiency fund during fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. Specifically, after making existing allocations to various state programs like the Arizona game and fish commission heritage fund, department of child safety, health services, and other designated recipients, the bill introduces a new subsection that directs $50 million to the on-farm irrigation efficiency fund. This allocation will occur after other mandatory deposits but before the remaining balance is sent to the state general fund. The bill maintains the existing structure of lottery fund distributions, which prioritize bond debt service, operational costs, and specific program allocations, while adding this new targeted funding for irrigation efficiency. The on-farm irrigation efficiency fund, established by a previous law in 2022, appears to be aimed at supporting agricultural water conservation and efficiency improvements, though the specific details of the fund are not provided in this bill text.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/82032