If this bill were to become law, it would amend section 17-201 of the Arizona Revised Statutes to require that at least one member of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission be a cattleman or rancher. This insertion would modify the current statute, which states that the commission consists of five members appointed by the governor, with no more than three members from the same political party and no two members residing in the same county. The new requirement would ensure representation from the cattle industry within the commission, which is responsible for wildlife administration in the state.

Additionally, the bill would make technical and conforming changes to the existing language of the statute. The current provisions regarding the qualifications and appointment terms for commission members would remain unchanged, except for the new requirement for cattleman or rancher representation. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the diversity of expertise on the commission by including individuals with a background in cattle ranching.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17-201
House Engrossed Version: 17-201