If this bill were to become law, it would amend the definition of "county" in section 49-371 of the Arizona Revised Statutes. Currently, the definition only includes counties that operate a regulated small municipal separate storm sewer system. The bill would expand this definition to also encompass counties that operate a regulated medium or large separate storm sewer system, thereby broadening the scope of local stormwater quality programs.

Additionally, the bill would remove the specific reference to "small" municipal separate storm sewer systems in the context of the definition. This change aims to ensure that counties with larger storm sewer systems are included in the regulatory framework, enhancing compliance with stormwater management requirements under the Clean Water Act. Overall, the bill seeks to modernize and improve the effectiveness of local stormwater quality initiatives in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 49-371
House Engrossed Version: 49-371