This bill proposes to amend section 34-243 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, which governs the awarding of contracts for materials used in construction projects funded by public money. The current law stipulates that contracts must be awarded to bidders who provide materials from a dealer that is a resident of Arizona and has paid property taxes for at least two consecutive years before submitting a bid. The bill introduces a minor change by replacing the phrase "prior to" with "before," while also adding the word "and" to connect clauses more smoothly.

Additionally, the bill maintains the existing preference for resident dealers over non-resident bidders, provided that the competing bid is not more than five percent lower than that of the resident dealer. This ensures that local businesses are prioritized in public contracts, supporting the local economy while still allowing for competitive bidding. Overall, the changes are technical in nature and do not alter the fundamental principles of the existing statute.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 34-243