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This bill provides two key provisions related to local government fiscal matters for counties with a population under 250,000 people, based on the 2020 U.S. Census. First, the bill allows such counties flexibility in meeting fiscal obligations by permitting them to use revenues from any countywide special taxing jurisdiction, with a limitation that no more than $1,250,000 can be used for purposes other than the original revenue source's intended purpose. Second, the bill requires these counties to submit a report to the joint legislative budget committee by October 1, 2025, detailing any instances where they used a revenue source for purposes other than its original intent, including the specific revenue source and amount used. Additionally, the bill authorizes Gila County to establish, maintain, and operate facilities for providing veterans' services, using previously appropriated funds from a 2023 legislative appropriation for a veterans' retreat. These provisions aim to provide smaller counties with more financial flexibility and support local veterans' services.

Budget and Finance

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/83481