If this bill were to become law, it would update current statutes by appropriating an unspecified amount from the state General Fund for fiscal year 2026 to the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR). Specifically, it would mandate a 20 percent salary increase for correctional officers and an unspecified salary increase for all other ADCRR employees. This change aims to address compensation for correctional staff and improve retention and recruitment efforts within the department.

The bill would also include a new provision that specifies the appropriation of funds for these salary increases, which is not currently outlined in existing statutes. Additionally, it would make conforming changes to ensure that the fiscal impact statement reflects these updates. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance the financial support for correctional officers and other employees within the ADCRR, thereby improving the operational effectiveness of the state's correctional system.