If enacted, this bill would amend current Arizona statutes by adding a new section that prohibits the state, its agencies, political subdivisions, and employees from using any resources to enforce, administer, or cooperate with the Mexican Wolf Reintroduction Program as mandated by the Endangered Species Act of 1973. This prohibition is explicitly stated in the new language, which emphasizes that no personnel or financial resources may be allocated for this purpose. However, the bill clarifies that it does not apply to the Livestock Loss Program, which is managed by the Livestock Loss Board.

Additionally, the bill includes a legislative findings clause that outlines various points regarding the Mexican Wolf Reintroduction Project, including the historical context of the program, the current population of Mexican wolves, and the economic impact on local ranchers and communities. These findings argue that the Mexican wolf population has exceeded recovery goals and that the species no longer requires the protections of the Endangered Species Act, thereby justifying the proposed changes to state law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 1-273