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Introduced
01/20/2026
01/20/2026
In Committee
02/23/2026
02/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)
Bill Summary
AN ACT Amending section 45-812.01, Arizona Revised Statutes; RELATING to underground water storage.
AI Summary
This bill amends Arizona law regarding underground water storage, specifically concerning the use of Colorado River water for replenishment. It introduces a new provision stating that Colorado River water, when diverted from the main stem of the river, can only be used for replenishment within an active management area if it is delivered to a permitted facility that is either owned by a multi-county water conservation district (established under title 48, charter 22) or is a permitted groundwater savings facility located on state or private land. This restriction aims to regulate how this specific water source is utilized for replenishing groundwater supplies.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Committee of the Whole action: Retained on the Calendar (on 02/25/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/83987 |
| HOUSE - Natural Resources, Energy & Water | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/538006 |
| Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 02/20/2026 Caucus & COW | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/538169 |
| HOUSE - Natural Resources, Energy & Water | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/537341 |
| Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 02/15/2026 Natural Resources, Energy & Water | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/537287 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/hb2263p.htm |
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