If enacted, this bill would amend current statutes by updating the language in section 49-117 of the Arizona Revised Statutes. Specifically, it would change the wording from "shall have an adequate nexus" to "shall have an adequate nexus applies," thereby clarifying the grammatical structure of the statute. This change aims to ensure that the requirements for a supplemental environmental project initiated or accepted by the department are clearly articulated.

Additionally, the bill introduces the establishment of an Advanced Water Purification Permit Program, which mandates the Director of the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) to set permit fees and requires that funds from this program be deposited into the Water Quality Fee Fund. The bill also outlines specific rules for the program, including permitting standards, application processes, and prohibitions against introducing pollutants that could interfere with advanced water treatment facilities. These updates are intended to enhance the regulatory framework surrounding water quality and environmental protection in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 49-117