If this bill were to become law, it would update current statutes by appropriating an increased amount of $2,000,000 from the state General Fund for the fiscal year 2026 to the Department of Economic Security (DES) specifically for the implementation of the Produce Incentive Program. This appropriation is a significant increase from the previous amount of $1,000,000 and is intended to support SNAP enrollees in purchasing eligible Arizona-grown fruits and vegetables at various authorized sites.

Additionally, the bill would exempt this appropriation from lapsing, meaning that the allocated funds would not expire at the end of the fiscal year, allowing DES to utilize the full amount for the intended purpose. The bill also clarifies that the appropriation is made under the existing framework established in section 46-231 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, ensuring that the program aligns with current legal provisions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 46-232