This bill proposes several updates to current statutes regarding transportation funding in Arizona. It amends section 28-339 to require the department to allocate and transfer $2,500,000 from the Arizona highway user revenue fund to the state match advantage for rural transportation fund by June 15 of each fiscal year. Additionally, it introduces a new section 28-6534, which is set to be repealed, and modifies the existing language regarding the eligibility of entities to receive federal grants, ensuring they must obtain approval from the relevant metropolitan planning organization or council of governments before applying.

Furthermore, the bill repeals sections 28-6534 and 28-7282 from the Arizona Revised Statutes, with the latter set to be repealed after June 30, 2035. The changes aim to streamline the process for entities seeking federal grants and enhance funding for rural transportation initiatives, while also eliminating outdated legal language.