The proposed bill, if enacted, would update current statutes by appropriating $900,000 from the state General Fund for the fiscal year 2025-2026 to the State Mine Inspector specifically for mine safety measures and software database acquisitions and upgrades. This appropriation is designed to enhance the safety and operational efficiency of mining activities within the state.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions that exempt this appropriation from the lapsing provisions outlined in section 35-190 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, ensuring that the funds do not expire at the end of the fiscal year. Furthermore, it expresses the legislature's intent to consider $100,000 of the appropriated amount as ongoing funding in future years, thereby establishing a foundation for sustained financial support for mine safety initiatives.