The proposed bill seeks to update current statutes by extending the operation of the Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH) through July 1, 2026, as indicated by 1. Continues, retroactive to July 1, 2025, the ADOH until July 1, 2026. It also mandates a special audit by the Auditor General to evaluate expenditures on homelessness programs over the past five years, as stated in 16. Requires the Auditor General to conduct a special audit on the amount of monies spent on programs and services for individuals experiencing homelessness in this state for the past five years. Additionally, the bill introduces new requirements for ADOH, including the establishment of a comprehensive performance measurement system and biennial evaluations of housing programs, as outlined in 6. Requires ADOH to establish and implement a comprehensive performance measurement system within 12 months after the effective date of this act. It also prohibits the use of Housing Trust Fund monies for down payment assistance programs unless authorized by law, as noted in 5. Prohibits Housing Trust Fund monies from being spent on any down payment assistance programs that aid with the purchase of properties in this state, except as authorized by law. Overall, the bill aims to enhance accountability and oversight of housing programs while ensuring the continuation of ADOH's critical functions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-3025.06, 41-3026.14
House Engrossed Version: 41-1954, 41-3025.06, 41-3026.14, 41-3953, 41-3955, 41-3958, 41-1953, 100-485, 91-517, 41-1956, 41-1981, 35-146, 35-147, 104-193, 36-2903.01, 36-2904, 25-814, 42-2003, 25-520, 35-726, 35-728, 41-4010, 41-3957, 36-1404, 44-313, 35-751, 35-313, 35-190