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Introduced
01/30/2025
01/30/2025
In Committee
04/14/2025
04/14/2025
Crossed Over
03/13/2025
03/13/2025
Passed
05/07/2025
05/07/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/13/2025
05/13/2025
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
Bill Summary
AN ACT Amending title 28, Chapter 25, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding article 9; amending title 41, chapter 10, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 41-1529; Relating to Aviation.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) infrastructure in Arizona, focusing on electric aircraft technologies and future transportation planning. The legislation defines key terms like eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing), eCTOL (electric conventional takeoff and landing), and powered lift aircraft, while creating new requirements for state transportation planning. Beginning September 1, 2026, the Arizona Department of Transportation will be required to develop a statewide plan for public vertiports and electric aircraft charging stations, and designate an AAM expert to serve as a resource for local jurisdictions. The bill also empowers political subdivisions to establish vertiport locations and related infrastructure, subject to federal aviation safety standards. Additionally, the legislation requires the state authority to provide educational materials about electric powered lift aircraft and advanced air mobility to local and regional jurisdictions. The bill applies specifically to advanced air mobility aircraft weighing at least 300 pounds and capable of carrying passengers or cargo, signaling Arizona's proactive approach to emerging electric aviation technologies and infrastructure development.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Chapter 185 (on 05/13/2025)
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