Bill > HB2644

This bill establishes a new Rainwater Harvesting Program administered by the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona to provide financial assistance for rainwater collection systems. The program offers two levels of grants: Level 1 grants cover up to 50% or $500 of simple, passive rainwater harvesting systems, reimbursing costs like surface features, soil amendments, equipment rental, and labor from licensed contractors. Level 2 grants provide funding based on storage tank capacity, offering $0.25 per gallon for tanks between 50-799 gallons and $1 per gallon for tanks 800 gallons or larger, with a maximum reimbursement of $2,000. The bill specifies numerous non-reimbursable expenses, such as off-site water conveyance, pump systems, and landscaping materials. Eligible entities, which include certain governmental and non-governmental organizations focused on water conservation, must submit project plans for approval and comply with local zoning and permitting requirements. The program aims to support water conservation efforts by helping entities implement rainwater harvesting systems, with the authority retaining the right to inspect and audit funded projects.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/82462