Arizona HB2571 creates a system for earning physical availability credits for stormwater infrastructure that increases groundwater recharge.

Arizona HB2571 amends the state's groundwater recharge laws to allow entities that develop infrastructure resulting in increased groundwater recharge to earn physical availability credits. These credits can be used to meet water supply requirements. The bill specifies that eligible entities include natural persons, corporations, and local governments. The Arizona Department of Water Resources must adopt rules by January 1, 2026, to implement this system, including criteria for eligibility and quantifying credits.

Arizona HB2571 creates a system for earning physical availability credits for stormwater infrastructure that increases groundwater recharge.

Arizona HB2571 amends the state's groundwater recharge laws to allow entities that develop infrastructure resulting in increased groundwater recharge to earn physical availability credits. These credits can be used to meet water supply requirements. The bill specifies that eligible entities include natural persons, corporations, and local governments. The Arizona Department of Water Resources must adopt rules by January 1, 2026, to implement this system, including criteria for eligibility and quantifying credits.