This bill proposes to amend section 17-201 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, which governs the composition of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission. Under current law, the commission consists of five members appointed by the governor, with restrictions on political party affiliation and residency. The proposed changes would maintain these existing stipulations but add a requirement that at least one member of the commission must be a cattleman or rancher. This insertion aims to ensure that the commission includes representation from individuals with direct experience in cattle or ranching, which may influence wildlife management and conservation policies.

Additionally, the bill does not remove any existing provisions but rather enhances the current statute by adding the new requirement for commission membership. The overall structure and appointment process of the commission, including the governor's authority to remove members for specific reasons, remain unchanged. This update seeks to reflect the interests of the agricultural community within the commission's decision-making processes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17-201