If enacted, this bill would amend current statutes by adding a new section, 46-232, to Title 46, Chapter 2, Article 2 of the Arizona Revised Statutes. The new section would appropriate $2,000,000 from the state general fund for fiscal year 2026-2027 and each subsequent fiscal year to the Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) for the implementation of the Produce Incentive Program, which is established under section 46-231.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the appropriation is exempt from the provisions of section 35-190, which typically relates to the lapsing of appropriations. This means that the allocated funds would not expire at the end of the fiscal year, ensuring ongoing support for the program. Overall, the bill aims to provide a stable financial foundation for the Produce Incentive Program to assist low-income households in purchasing Arizona-grown fruits and vegetables.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 46-232