This bill proposes to amend the Arizona Revised Statutes by adding a new section, 41-710.04, which mandates that a cultural impact assessment be conducted for all state projects prior to their commencement. This requirement is a new insertion into the law, establishing a formal process to evaluate the potential effects of state projects on community cultural values, resources, and heritage.

Additionally, the bill introduces a civil penalty of $1,500 for contractors who disregard the findings of the cultural impact assessment and proceed with the project. This provision aims to enforce compliance with the new assessment requirement, ensuring that cultural considerations are prioritized in state project planning. The current statutes remain unchanged, with no deletions from existing law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-710.04