This bill proposes several updates to the Arizona Revised Statutes concerning the Arizona Space Commission (ASC). It modifies the initial terms of board members, changing them from a system of two, four, and six years to specific expiration dates in 2027, 2029, and 2031. Additionally, it stipulates that if initial appointments occur after the designated term end date, those terms will expire six years after that date. The bill also allows the ASC Board to engage in planning and implementing astronautics educational opportunities, expanding its responsibilities beyond just aerospace-related education.

Furthermore, the bill updates the deadline for the ASC to submit its strategic plan to the Governor and legislative leaders, moving it from December 31, 2024, to December 31, 2026. It includes a retroactive application clause effective from December 30, 2025, and establishes itself as an emergency measure, allowing for immediate implementation upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-1551.01