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HB 2665

appropriation; Gila county; blight removal

57th Legislature - First Regular Session Introduced by Walt Blackman and 1 co-sponsor

HB 2665 appropriates state funds directly to Gila County for removing blighted properties, but failed in the legislature despite bipartisan sponsorship.

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Bill Summary · HB 2665

Legislative bill overview

HB 2665 proposes a direct appropriation of state funds to Gila County specifically for blight removal projects. The bill allocates financial resources to address deteriorated or abandoned properties that negatively impact community aesthetics and property values.

Why is this important

Blight removal directly affects neighborhood safety, property values, and community quality of life. This type of targeted appropriation can accelerate local infrastructure improvements without requiring counties to compete for general state grants or rely solely on local budgets.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact and competing priorities: Direct appropriations reduce flexibility in state budgeting and may deprioritize other pressing statewide needs
  • Geographic equity concerns: Targeted appropriations to specific counties raise fairness questions about why Gila County receives dedicated funding while other counties with similar blight issues do not
  • Implementation accountability: Lack of clarity on oversight mechanisms, specific projects funded, or measurable outcomes may leave appropriations vulnerable to misuse or ineffective spending

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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