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

Additionally, the bill would delete the term "small" from the existing statute, which currently specifies that the definition applies only to small municipal separate storm sewer systems. This change aims to ensure that counties managing larger systems are also included under the same regulatory framework, enhancing the state's ability to manage stormwater quality effectively. The bill is designed to take effect on the general effective date upon passage.

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