Establishes rural groundwater management areas in Arizona to manage groundwater use.

The bill establishes rural groundwater management areas in Arizona to manage groundwater use. It creates councils to manage these areas, which can include multiple groundwater basins. The councils can adopt management plans, establish compliance accounts, and set conservation requirements. The bill also outlines procedures for designating these areas, including public hearings and notice requirements. It specifies rules for well construction, water storage permits, and groundwater use. The bill includes provisions for penalties, exemptions, and judicial review of decisions.

Establishes rural groundwater management areas in Arizona to manage groundwater use.

The bill establishes rural groundwater management areas in Arizona to manage groundwater use. It creates councils to manage these areas, which can include multiple groundwater basins. The councils can adopt management plans, establish compliance accounts, and set conservation requirements. The bill also outlines procedures for designating these areas, including public hearings and notice requirements. It specifies rules for well construction, water storage permits, and groundwater use. The bill includes provisions for penalties, exemptions, and judicial review of decisions.