SB1408

Arizona SB1408 appropriates $400,000 for public schools to plant low-VOC trees, prioritizing schools with high free lunch eligibility.

Arizona SB1408 allocates $400,000 from the state general fund for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to the Department of Education. This funding is intended for public schools to plant low-biogenic volatile organic compound-emitting trees on their campuses, tailored to each school's climate. The distribution prioritizes schools where at least 75% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunches. The Department of Education must distribute the funds on a first-come, first-served basis until December 31, 2026, and any remaining funds will also be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.