The proposed bill, if enacted, would update current statutes by appropriating $1,500,000 from the state General Fund for fiscal year 2026-2027 to the Corrections Oversight Fund, as established by section 41-7007 of the Arizona Revised Statutes. This appropriation is intended to support the functions of the Independent Correctional Oversight Office, which monitors conditions of confinement and ensures compliance with legal standards within correctional facilities.

Additionally, the bill would grant the Director of the Independent Correctional Oversight Office the authority to utilize the appropriated funds for the purposes outlined in Title 41, Chapter 59 of the Arizona Revised Statutes. This inclusion aims to enhance the operational capacity of the Office in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities. Overall, the bill seeks to bolster the resources available for independent correctional oversight in Arizona.