Budget & Taxes (Fees & Licensing)

SCR 1028 is a proposed constitutional amendment (not a regular bill) that would require a two-thirds vote in both Arizona legislative chambers to pass any law increasing state revenues. It defines "revenue increases" to include new taxes, higher tax rates, fee hikes, or changes to tax deductions/exemptions, while excluding effects like inflation. If approved by voters, it would change the process for future revenue-raising measures, requiring supermajority approval instead of a simple majority. The amendment is now scheduled for voter approval at the next general election.

HB 2932 imposes an annual fee on entities transporting groundwater across county lines in Arizona, directly affecting agricultural, municipal, and industrial users moving water between counties. The fee ranges from $3 to $30 per acre-foot based on cumulative transportation volume (e.g., $3 for 0-1 million acre-feet, $30 for over 5 million). It requires the director to post the fee schedule on a website and annually adjust fees using the GDP price deflator. The bill also establishes credit mechanisms for property tax increases, donated land with groundwater restrictions, or intergovernmental agreements.

HB 2115 limits administrative spending for state agencies and local governments receiving public funds. It requires that no more than 8% of total public monies received can be used for administrative costs, overriding any conflicting laws. The bill directly affects all budget units or political subdivisions (like cities, counties, or state departments) that manage public funds. This policy change sets a concrete spending cap to control operational expenses for these entities.

HB 2114 creates a motorcycle safety fund by requiring $1 from each motorcycle registration fee to be deposited into it. The fund must be used for 75% on voluntary motorcycle safety education, training, and awareness programs, and 25% for scholarships to help rural or low-income residents access training. The bill also requires that motorcycles can only be registered if at least one owner holds a class M driver license (with a 30-day temporary registration exception for those enrolled in approved training programs). These provisions directly affect motorcycle owners, registration processes, and funding for safety initiatives.