The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes by adding a new section to title 49, chapter 3, article 5 of the Arizona Revised Statutes. This new section would require the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) to conduct a biennial review of available and potentially available fuel formulations in relation to federal air quality standards. The review would specifically assess the impacts of switching to fuel formulations not currently authorized for use in designated areas A and C, and the ADEQ would be required to document the anticipated air quality impacts of these formulations.

Additionally, the bill mandates that by December 31 of each review year, ADEQ must submit a report with its findings and recommendations to various state officials, including the governor and legislative leaders, and provide a copy to the Secretary of State. The bill also clarifies the definitions of "Area A" and "Area C" as they relate to existing statutes, ensuring consistency in terminology. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the state's approach to evaluating fuel formulations and their environmental impacts.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 49-559