If enacted, this bill would update current statutes by appropriating $7,000,000 from the state General Fund for fiscal year 2025-2026 specifically to the University of Arizona for the construction of a regional medical center in Yuma. This appropriation is a new insertion into the law, indicating a direct financial commitment to enhance healthcare infrastructure in the region.

Additionally, the bill includes a declaration of legislative intent that the funds appropriated for the construction of the medical center should be viewed as ongoing funding for its future maintenance and operation. This insertion emphasizes the long-term commitment of the legislature to support the medical center beyond its initial construction phase. The current law remains unchanged, with no deletions specified in the bill.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17-249