state agencies; tribal liaison

SB 1678 requires all Arizona state agencies to hire a tribal liaison from a recognized Arizona tribe to improve communication between the agency and tribal communities. The bill directly affects state agencies (such as health, education, or environmental departments) and tribal nations within Arizona. It mandates that each agency employ this liaison to facilitate dialogue and address tribal concerns, creating a formal channel for tribal engagement with state government. This is a procedural requirement focused on structural communication, not policy changes to laws or regulations.