The bill SB1065 aims to continue the Arizona Cotton Research and Protection Council (ACRPC) for an additional eight years, extending its termination date from July 1, 2024, to July 1, 2032. The bill also includes a provision that will repeal the ACRPC on January 1, 2033. This legislation is intended to support ongoing cotton research activities, provide funding for pest eradication programs, and ensure the council's operations are maintained without any anticipated fiscal impact on the state General Fund.

Key changes from current law include the repeal of section 41-3024.07 of the Arizona Revised Statutes and the establishment of a new section that outlines the council's continuation and its purpose. The new bill language emphasizes the legislative intent to support cotton research and pest eradication efforts while also specifying the retroactive effectiveness of the provisions from July 1, 2024.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-3024.07, 41-3032.07
Senate Engrossed Version: 41-3024.07, 41-3032.07
Chaptered Version: 41-3024.07, 41-3032.07