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HB 2084

domestic water improvement districts; hauling

57th Legislature - First Regular Session Introduced by Lupe Diaz and 5 co-sponsors

Arizona bill permits domestic water districts to haul water outside service areas during emergencies or by municipal request, expanding water delivery flexibility in drought-prone regions.

Senate Second Reading
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Bill Summary · HB 2084

Legislative bill overview

HB 2084 authorizes domestic water improvement districts in Arizona to haul water to customers outside their normal service territory during emergency situations or when requested by municipalities. The bill expands the operational flexibility of these districts by allowing temporary water delivery services beyond their geographic boundaries under specified conditions.

Why is this important

Water access is critical infrastructure in Arizona, a state facing chronic water scarcity and drought conditions. This bill enables faster emergency response to water shortages and allows districts to serve underserved areas during crises, potentially improving public health and safety outcomes during water emergencies or service disruptions.

Potential points of contention

  • Jurisdictional overlap: Allowing districts to operate outside their service territories may create conflicts with other water providers' service rights and revenue sources
  • Funding and cost allocation: Unclear how hauling operations would be funded and whether costs would be passed to customers in the district's core service area or to requesting municipalities
  • Regulatory clarity: The bill's definitions of "emergency situations" and approval processes may be vague, creating uncertainty about when hauling is permissible and what oversight mechanisms apply

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

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