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ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESFifty-sixth Legislature First Regular Session |
House: MAPS DP 10-5-0-0 | 3rd Read DPA 31-28-1-0Senate: MAPS DP 4-3-0-0 | 3rd Read DP 16-14-0-0 |
HB 2675: drug cartels; terrorist organizations
Sponsor: Representative Montenegro, LD 29
Transmitted to Governor
Overview
Declares that drug cartels are terrorist organizations and requires the Arizona Department of Homeland Security (AZDOHS) to do everything within its authority to address the threat that drug cartels pose.
History
Laws 2006, Chapter 317 established AZDOHS with the primary directive of deterring and mitigating acts of terrorism and other domestic security concerns. Current law requires AZDOHS to:
1) Formulate policies, plans and programs to enhance Arizona's ability to prevent and respond to acts of terrorism, cybersecurity threats and other critical hazards;
2) Adhere to all federal grant terms and conditions;
3) Request appropriations or grants of monies for homeland security purposes;
4) Receive all awards granted to Arizona by the federal government for homeland security purposes; and
5) Distribute monies to local jurisdictions and other organizations eligible under federal regulations based on criteria in the federal grant guidelines (A.R.S. § 41-4254).
Statute also establishes five AZDOHS regional advisory councils, representing the north, east, south, west and central regions of Arizona. In coordination with AZDOHS, these regional advisory councils are required to support and assist in implementing Arizona's comprehensive statewide risk assessment and an integrated regional approach to homeland security, among other responsibilities (A.R.S. § 41-4258).
Provisions
1.
Declares that drug cartels are terrorist
organizations. (Sec. 1)
2. Requires AZDOHS to do everything within its authority to address the threat posed by drug cartels. (Sec. 1)
3. Defines drug cartel and threat. (Sec. 1)
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HB 2675
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