This bill proposes to amend current statutes by adding a new section to Title 28 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, specifically section 28-8211. The new language prohibits the state, political subdivisions, and private entities from using any surveillance equipment or information collected by an automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) system to calculate, generate, or collect fees from aircraft owners or operators. This insertion aims to protect aircraft operators from being charged fees based on data derived from ADS-B technology.

Additionally, the bill defines "automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast system" as aviation surveillance technology that integrates an aircraft's positioning system, avionics, and ground infrastructure to facilitate communication between the aircraft and air traffic control or other aircraft. This definition is also a new insertion into the statutes. Overall, the bill seeks to ensure that fees related to aviation do not rely on the information provided by ADS-B systems, thereby updating the legal framework governing aviation surveillance and associated fees.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 28-8211
House Engrossed Version: 28-8211