Plain English Breakdown
The bill does not address other types of plants beyond mesquite.
Ban on Mesquite Trees for Drought-Tolerant Plants
This bill amends Arizona law to prohibit municipalities from including mesquite trees on the list of low-water-use and drought-tolerant plants in areas where groundwater management is a concern.
What This Bill Does
- Amends section 45-563.03 of the Arizona Revised Statutes to prohibit municipalities within initial active management areas from requiring or allowing mesquite trees as part of their low-water-use and drought-tolerant plant list.
Who It Names or Affects
- Municipalities located in initial active management areas of Arizona
- People and businesses that plant or manage landscaping in these areas
Terms To Know
- Initial Active Management Area
- A specific area designated by the state where groundwater use is closely managed to prevent overuse.
- Low-water-use plants
- Plants that need very little water to survive and thrive, often used in areas with limited water resources.
Limits and Unknowns
- The bill only addresses mesquite trees and does not specify what will happen if mesquite trees are already planted or existing.
- It applies specifically to municipalities within designated initial active management areas in Arizona.