Legislation

Water policy decisions made at the state level can have significant impacts on groundwater management in La Paz County. Several bills currently under consideration in the Arizona Legislature relate to groundwater transfers, infrastructure funding, and potential mitigation measures for communities that rely on local aquifers.

This page provides a neutral overview of legislation connected to groundwater discussions in La Paz County. The information is intended to help residents understand what each bill proposes, where it currently stands in the legislative process, and how they can follow or participate in the process.

Go to: HB 2758, HB 2103, HB 2932, HB 2933

Current Legislation

HB 2758

Topic: Groundwater transfer eligibility

Primary Author: Gail Griffin (R)

Co-sponsor: Walt Blackman (R)

Bill Status

Passed Lower

Summary

HB 2758 proposes changes to Arizona law governing who qualifies to transfer and sell groundwater between basins. The bill does not change the existing statutes governing how groundwater can be transported, but instead modifies who is eligible to participate in those transfers.

Why It Matters

Because the bill affects eligibility for groundwater transfers, it may influence whether projects that export groundwater from the McMullen Valley Basin to other regions—such as Central Arizona—can move forward.

For some residents, the bill raises questions about long-term aquifer sustainability and groundwater availability for local wells. Others see potential opportunities tied to infrastructure investment and economic development.

Learn More

Arizona Legislature bill page: https://legiscan.com/AZ/bill/HB2758/2026

Contact Your Legislators

Residents who wish to share their views about HB 2758 can contact their state representatives through the Arizona Legislature website.

  • Email: ggriffin@azleg.gov
  • Capitol Office Phone: (602) 926-5895
  • Address: 1700 W. Washington St., Room 225, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Send Email to Gail Griffin: https://www.azleg.gov/emailazleg/?legislatorId=2053

HB 2103

Topic: Water infrastructure assistance grants

Status: Vetoed
Sponsor: Gail Griffin

Overview

HB 2103 proposed changes to Arizona law that would allow counties to establish a Water Improvements Grant Program to assist certain homeowners with drinking water system improvements.

Learn More

Arizona Legislature bill page: https://legiscan.com/AZ/bill/HB2103/2026

HB 2932

Topic: Groundwater transfer fee structure

Sponsor: Rep. Leo Biasiucci [R], Rep. Gail Griffin [R]

Summary

HB 2932 proposes creating a fee structure associated with groundwater transfers.

Key Provisions

  • Establishes fees related to groundwater transfers
  • Currently applies to Pinal County, but similar ideas have been discussed for other basins

Potential Impact

The bill could generate revenue associated with groundwater transfers. However, the legislation does not specify how the collected fees would be used. As written, the funds would likely be deposited into the county’s General Fund, without dedicated use for water management or community mitigation.

Current Status

In committee.

Learn More

Arizona Legislature bill page: https://legiscan.com/AZ/bill/HB2932/2026

Contact Your Legislators

Residents who wish to share their views about HB 2932 can contact their state representatives through the Arizona Legislature website.

Leo Biasiucci:

Gail Griffin:

  • Email: ggriffin@azleg.gov
  • Capitol Office Phone: (602) 926-5895
  • Address: 1700 W. Washington St., Room 225, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Send Email to Gail Griffin: https://www.azleg.gov/emailazleg/?legislatorId=2053

HB 2933

Topic: Fee schedules for groundwater transfers

Summary

HB 2933 establishes a schedule of fees tied to groundwater transfers.

Key Provisions

  • Creates fees related to groundwater transfer activities
  • Requires revenue generated from those fees to be deposited into the county General Fund
  • Includes provisions focused on low-income and fixed-income households

Potential Impact

Some observers note that HB 2933 could conflict with HB 2103. While HB 2933 directs funds into the county General Fund, HB 2103 prohibits General Fund money from being used to support water improvement grants.

This raises questions about whether the two policies could effectively work together without revisions.

Current Status

In committee.

Learn More

Arizona Legislature bill page: https://legiscan.com/AZ/bill/HB2933/2026

Contact Your Legislators

Residents who wish to share their views about HB 2933 can contact their state representatives through the Arizona Legislature website.

Leo Biasiucci:

Gail Griffin:

  • Email: ggriffin@azleg.gov
  • Capitol Office Phone: (602) 926-5895
  • Address: 1700 W. Washington St., Room 225, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Send Email to Gail Griffin: https://www.azleg.gov/emailazleg/?legislatorId=2053

How Residents Can Participate

Arizona residents can follow legislation, submit comments, and contact elected officials through the Arizona State Legislature website.

Ways to stay engaged:

• Track bills through the Legislature website: https://legiscan.com/AZ
• Contact your state senator or representative
• Attend public meetings and hearings when available
• Share your perspective with community organizations and local leaders

Stay Informed

Water legislation can change quickly as bills move through committees, amendments are proposed, and votes occur.

The Water Alliance of La Paz County will continue monitoring legislation connected to groundwater and will update this page as new information becomes available.

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