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HB 2162

reporting; groundwater pumping; measuring

57th Legislature - First Regular Session Introduced by Quantá Crews and 2 co-sponsors

Arizona bill requiring groundwater users to measure and report pumping activity to improve water resource tracking and sustainability management.

House Second Reading
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Bill Summary · HB 2162

Legislative bill overview

HB 2162 establishes requirements for reporting and measuring groundwater pumping in Arizona. The bill creates or modifies regulations for how entities that extract groundwater must document and report their usage to state authorities. This represents an attempt to improve data collection and transparency around groundwater extraction, which is a critical resource management issue in Arizona's arid climate.

Why is this important

Arizona faces significant groundwater depletion challenges, with aquifers being drained faster than they recharge. Better measurement and reporting of groundwater pumping enables state agencies to make informed decisions about water allocation, sustainability policies, and long-term resource planning. Accurate data is essential for addressing water scarcity as Arizona's population continues to grow.

Potential points of contention

  • Agricultural impact: Farmers and agricultural operations may face increased compliance costs and administrative burdens from new reporting requirements, potentially affecting food production costs
  • Enforcement mechanisms: The bill's effectiveness depends on how violations are monitored and penalized, raising questions about implementation feasibility and resources
  • Property rights concerns: Some stakeholders may view mandatory pumping measurement as government overreach into private water rights, particularly in rural areas with existing groundwater extraction operations

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

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