The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes related to aquifer protection permits by introducing new provisions specifically for cities and towns with populations between 1,000 and 10,000. It would allow the Director of the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) to require bacteriological sampling for these municipalities at a frequency of no more than four times per month. Additionally, it would permit these cities and towns to conduct on-site testing of bacteriological samples using equipment approved by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Furthermore, the bill would require that rules established by the ADEQ regarding the Arizona Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (AZPDES) include provisions for the use of on-site testing equipment for detecting bacteriological material in these smaller municipalities. The bill also makes technical changes to existing language and clarifies the conditions under which these municipalities can operate, ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Overall, the bill aims to enhance water quality testing capabilities for smaller communities while maintaining regulatory standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 49-241, 49-255.01, 49-250, 49-323, 35-146, 35-147, 49-210