This bill proposes to repeal section 41-3026.21 of the Arizona Revised Statutes and introduces a new section, 41-3034.21, which establishes that the Department of Economic Security will terminate on July 1, 2034. Additionally, it specifies that both Title 41, chapter 14 and the newly added section will be repealed on January 1, 2035. The bill also reaffirms the continuation of the Department of Economic Security to provide essential social services and programs until its termination.

Furthermore, the bill includes a provision that states the changes will apply retroactively from July 1, 2026. This means that the effects of the repeal and the establishment of the new termination date will be recognized as if they were in effect from that earlier date, impacting the administration and planning of services provided by the Department of Economic Security.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-3026.21, 41-3034.21