The proposed bill seeks to update current statutes related to the Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH) by extending its existence for four additional years, retroactively effective from July 1, 2025, until July 1, 2029, and establishing a termination date of January 1, 2030. It introduces new requirements for ADOH's annual reports to include metrics on affordable housing units, homelessness rates, and housing accessibility for underserved populations. The bill also mandates the implementation of a comprehensive performance measurement system, biennial evaluations of housing programs, and secure wire transfer protocols to prevent fraud, while emphasizing the prioritization of Housing Trust Fund expenditures for emergency shelters and transitional housing.

Additionally, the bill repeals certain existing provisions and modifies ADOH's responsibilities, including the introduction of new definitions for terms like "permanent supportive housing." It requires ADOH to report instances of fraud within ten business days and initiate restitution efforts within thirty days, as well as provide quarterly reports on Housing Trust Fund expenditures. The bill also repeals the quarterly reporting requirement on January 1, 2027, and makes various technical and conforming changes to enhance accountability and transparency in ADOH's operations, ensuring that housing needs for low and moderate-income families are effectively addressed.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-3025.06, 41-3029.15
Senate Engrossed Version: 41-3025.06, 41-3029.15, 41-3953, 41-3955, 41-3958, 35-726, 35-728, 41-4010, 13-3401, 13-3408, 41-3957, 36-1404, 44-313, 35-751, 35-313, 35-190