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Introduced
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
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 title 37, chapter 2, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding article 2.2; amending section 37-331.03, Arizona Revised Statutes; RELATING to state lands.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a new State Land Oversight Board, composed of five members elected by the public starting in 2028, to oversee state land management. The board will have the power to remove the Commissioner of State Lands for cause, subject to specific conditions and a hearing, and will review and affirm key decisions made by the Commissioner and the Department of State Lands, including determinations of the highest and best use of state lands, proposed rulemaking, substantive policy statements, and enforcement actions. Additionally, the board will oversee alternative appeal processes for individuals seeking relief from decisions or alleging violations of the Arizona Small Business Bill of Rights, and will review conceptual land use plans and five-year disposition plans submitted by the Commissioner to ensure they align with state land trust interests.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
House minority caucus: Do pass (on 02/17/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/85059 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/hb2943h.htm |
| Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 02/16/2026 Caucus & COW | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/537626 |
| Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 02/11/2026 Natural Resources, Energy & Water | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/536964 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/hb2943p.htm |
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