The proposed bill would amend section 41-1033 of the Arizona Revised Statutes by adding new language and removing certain existing provisions. Specifically, it would allow individuals to petition the council to review agency practices or policies that they believe violate fundamental legal rights, in addition to the existing criteria of exceeding statutory authority or being unduly burdensome. This insertion broadens the scope of issues that can be addressed by the council.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the process for how the council handles petitions. It removes the requirement that at least three council members must request a hearing for a matter to be placed on the agenda, replacing it with a mandate that the council must hear the matter if a petition is received. Additionally, it changes the timeline for the council's actions, specifying that the council must determine the applicability of the petition within ninety days of receipt, and it adjusts the agency's response timeline accordingly. Overall, these updates aim to enhance transparency and accountability in agency rulemaking processes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-1033