If enacted, this bill would update current statutes by appropriating $1,000,000 from the state General Fund for fiscal year 2025-2026 to the Department of Public Safety (DPS). This funding is designated for distribution to city, town, county, and tribal law enforcement agencies specifically for the purchase and deployment of drones for law enforcement purposes.

Additionally, the bill includes a provision that exempts this appropriation from the lapsing provisions outlined in section 35-190 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, allowing the funds to remain available until June 30, 2027. This change aims to ensure that law enforcement agencies have the necessary resources to acquire and utilize drone technology effectively.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 8-208