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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
02/16/2026
02/16/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)
Bill Summary
AN ACT amending section 11-109, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 11, chapter 1, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding sections 11-118, 11-119 and 11-120; relating to location of counties.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to divide Maricopa County into four new counties: Hohokam, Maricopa, Mogollon, and O'odham, by redefining the boundaries of the existing Maricopa County and establishing the new counties with their own defined borders. It also outlines a transition process, including the election of new boards of supervisors for each county by June 15, 2027, with staggered terms and initial at-large elections, and establishes an intercounty oversight and accountability board to manage shared services and assets during a three-year transition period. The bill also addresses the transfer of control of special districts and the process for selecting county seats for the new counties, with provisions for shared use agreements for capital assets and continued operation of community colleges for at least ten years.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate consent calendar (on 02/16/2026)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/85016 |
| Analysis - SENATE FACT SHEET: 02/09/2026 GOV | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/536534 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/sb1434p.htm |
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