This bill proposes several updates to the existing statutes governing the On-Farm Irrigation Efficiency Pilot Program. Firstly, it extends the program's expiration date from January 1, 2027, to January 1, 2030, ensuring continued support for on-farm irrigation efficiency initiatives. Additionally, it modifies the reporting requirements for the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension by mandating that they submit a written report to the Joint Legislative Budget Committee, rather than just the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate. The report will now include more detailed information, such as the total number of applications received and approved, the total funds awarded, and specifics about the technology proposed, among other metrics.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new requirements for the report, including an overview of administrative costs and any savings achieved, as well as a summary of funds used for irrigation efficiency demonstration and education. It also clarifies the definition of "qualified applicant" to ensure that only those who have actively farmed the land for three of the previous five years and hold the necessary permits are eligible. Lastly, the bill requires the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension to provide an aggregate report for each year since the program's inception within 90 days of the effective date of the act.