The resolution H.C.R. 2020 expresses the Arizona Legislature's support for the construction of for-sale housing developments located outside the service areas of designated water providers, provided that these developments are enrolled in the Central Arizona Groundwater Replenishment District (CAGRD) and adhere to groundwater replenishment requirements as outlined by the assured water supply rules in the Phoenix, Pinal, and Tucson active management areas (AMAs). This initiative aims to address the significant housing shortage and affordability crisis in Arizona, which currently requires an estimated 270,000 housing units to meet demand.

The resolution highlights the importance of home ownership and affordability to Arizona's economy and emphasizes that homeowners have been successfully replenishing groundwater since 1995. The CAGRD has facilitated the construction of over 400,000 homes in the AMAs without negatively impacting groundwater levels. By supporting this resolution, the Legislature aims to promote housing development while ensuring sustainable water management practices are followed, thereby providing essential shelter for various community members, including workers and families.