SCR1038 is a resolution that proposes an amendment to the Arizona Revised Statutes, subject to voter approval, to statutorily deposit $10,000,000 annually from the State Lottery Fund (SLF) into the Arizona State Parks Heritage Fund (Fund). The Fund is managed by the Arizona State Parks Board, which establishes criteria for its use. Currently, the Fund's expenditures are allocated as follows: 50% for outdoor recreation and open space development, restoration, or renovation of local, regional, or state parks; 30% for historic preservation projects; 10% for nonmotorized trails; and 10% for outdoor and environmental education.

The resolution outlines the provisions of the proposed amendment, which include the annual $10,000,000 deposit into the Fund from the SLF after other appropriations and deposits, a one-year exemption for the Arizona State Parks Board from rulemaking requirements, and technical changes. Additionally, the resolution requires the Secretary of State to submit the proposition to voters at the next general election and states that the act would become effective on the general effective date. The resolution also includes amendments to sections 5-572 and 41-502 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, detailing the allocation of funds from the SLF and the establishment and administration of the Arizona State Parks Heritage Fund.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 5-572, 41-502, 5-555, 17-297, 8-481, 15-1643, 36-697, 36-274, 41-563, 35-190, 41-1545.01, 15-1682.03
Senate Engrossed Version: 5-572, 41-502, 5-555, 17-297, 8-481, 15-1643, 36-697, 36-274, 41-563, 35-190, 41-1545.01, 15-1682.03