The proposed bill would amend current Arizona statutes to prohibit municipalities and counties from adopting any ordinances, regulations, or overlay zoning districts that would permit the establishment of narcotics injection sites. Specifically, it would insert language stating that "a municipality may not adopt an ordinance, regulation or overlay zoning district that would allow for the development of a narcotics injection site," and similarly for counties. This change aims to clarify the legal framework surrounding zoning regulations related to narcotics injection sites, which are defined in the bill as establishments providing space for individuals to use unprescribed controlled substances.

Additionally, the bill would introduce definitions for key terms such as "controlled substance," "health care institution," "health care provider," and "narcotics injection site," ensuring that these terms align with existing statutes. It would also modify the definition of "overlay zoning district" to emphasize its role in modifying regulations in conjunction with other zoning districts. The bill aims to streamline the language and clarify the intent of zoning regulations while maintaining the existing framework for municipal and county zoning authority.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 9-462.01, 11-811, 12-741, 13-1425, 9-462.04, 11-817, 3-112, 49-141, 49-247, 3-111, 9-461.16, 36-2501, 36-401, 36-3201, 11-812, 11-813, 13-3401, 36-2801
House Engrossed Version: 9-462.01, 11-811, 12-741, 13-1425, 9-462.04, 11-817, 3-112, 49-141, 49-247, 3-111, 9-461.16, 36-2501, 36-401, 36-3201, 11-812, 11-813, 13-3401, 36-2801