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

The bill establishes five initial rural groundwater management areas in Arizona, including the Gila Bend, Hualapai Valley, Ranegras Plain, San Simon Valley, and Willcox areas. It outlines procedures for designating new rural groundwater management areas, including public hearings and notice requirements. The bill also details groundwater use and reporting requirements within these areas, including exemptions for certain wells and uses. It mandates the creation of rural groundwater management area councils to develop management plans and implement conservation programs.

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

The bill establishes five initial rural groundwater management areas in Arizona, including the Gila Bend, Hualapai Valley, Ranegras Plain, San Simon Valley, and Willcox areas. It outlines procedures for designating new rural groundwater management areas, including public hearings and notice requirements. The bill also details groundwater use and reporting requirements within these areas, including exemptions for certain wells and uses. It mandates the creation of rural groundwater management area councils to develop management plans and implement conservation programs.