The bill HB2613 aims to continue the Arizona Historical Society (AHS) and the Prescott Historical Society of Arizona for an additional eight years, retroactively effective from July 1, 2024, until July 1, 2032. It repeals previous sections of the Arizona Revised Statutes related to these societies and establishes new provisions that outline their continuation and purpose. Both societies will terminate on January 1, 2033, and the bill includes a purpose statement for each society.

In contrast to current law, which may not specify the continuation of these societies, the new bill explicitly mandates their continuation and outlines their responsibilities, including the ability to purchase, receive, hold, lease, and sell property for the benefit of the state. The bill also repeals sections 41-3024.08 and 41-3024.09, which previously governed these societies, and introduces new sections 41-3032.08 and 41-3032.09 to formalize their ongoing operations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 35-494
House Engrossed Version: 41-3024.08, 41-3024.09, 41-3032.08, 41-3032.09