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ARIZONA STATE SENATE
Fifty-Sixth Legislature, Second Regular Session
appropriation; university of Arizona; Arizona geological survey; intent
Purpose
Appropriates $750,000 and six FTEs from the state General Fund (state GF) in FY 2025 to the University of Arizona (UofA) for the Arizona Geological Survey (AZGS).
Background
The AZGS was established in 1987 when it assumed the responsibilities of the Bureau of Geology and Mineral Technology. By statute, the AZGS must be under the jurisdiction of the UofA and any expenses of the AZGS must be paid by annual appropriation from the state GF (A.R.S. § 27-102). The mission of the AZGS is to: 1) provide geologic information to enhance public understanding of the state's geologic character, geologic hazards and limitations and mineral resources; 2) inform, advise and assist the Arizona public regarding geological processes, Earth materials, landscapes and the development and use of mineral resources; 3) provide technical advice and assistance to industry while encouraging the wise and prudent use of Arizona lands and mineral resources; and 4) provide technical geologic advice and assistance to state, tribal and local civil authorities (AZGS).
H.B. 2102 appropriates $750,000 and six FTEs from the state GF in FY 2025 to the UofA for the AZGS.
Provisions
1. Appropriates $750,000 and six FTEs from the state GF in FY2025 to the UofA for the AZGS.
2. Requires the monies appropriated to be used to:
a) increase the technical capacity of the AZGS;
b) enable the AZGS to leverage federal grant funding; and
c) fulfill the statutory requirements of the AZGS.
3. Declares that the Legislature intends the appropriation be considered ongoing funding in future years.
4. Becomes effective on the general effective date.
House Action
NREW 2/6/24 DP 10-0-0-0
3rd Read 2/22/24 53-4-2-0-1
Prepared by Senate Research
March 5, 2024
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