groundwater model; receipt; written findings
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SB 1116 — groundwater model; receipt; written findings
Last action — Vetoed by Governor
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6Enacted
This bill died with 57th Legislature - First Regular Session. It reached “To Executive” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Vetoed by Governor Katie Hobbs (Democratic) on May 12, 2025.
This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
8 added · 9 removedPlain-language change summary
In the updated version of SB 1116, a specific reference to the "groundwater model" was added, clarifying the focus of the bill. Additionally, the introduction line mentioning the author of the bill was removed. These changes help ensure that the bill clearly outlines its intent and origin, making it easier for the public and lawmakers to understand its purpose and importance related to groundwater management.
REFERENCESenate TITLE:Engrossed groundwater model;
groundwater model;
written findings State of Arizona Senate Fifty-seventh Legislature First Regular Session SBSENATE 1116BILL Introduced1116 by Senator Dunn AN ACT AMENDING TITLE 45, CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 9, ARIZONA REVISED STATUTES, BY ADDING SECTION 45-581;
(TEXT OF BILL BEGINS ON NEXT PAGE) - i - SB 1116 Be it enacted by the Legislature of the State of Arizona:
(ENACTED WITHOUT THE EMERGENCY) Sec.
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This bill adds new procedures for the receipt and evaluation of alternative groundwater models by the director.
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Title 45, chapter 2, article 9
Section 45-581. Groundwater model; alternative model; notification of receipt; response; findings A. WITHIN FIVE DAYS AFTER RECEIVING AN ALTERNATIVE GROUNDWATER MODEL, THE DIRECTOR SHALL NOTIFY IN WRITING THE PERSON WHO SUBMITTED THE ALTERNATIVE GROUNDWATER MODEL OF RECEIPT. B. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER LAW, WITHIN SIXTY DAYS OF RECEIPT OF AN ALTERNATIVE GROUNDWATER MODEL, THE DIRECTOR SHALL PROVIDE A WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THE APPLICANT DETAILING: 1. WHETHER THE DEPARTMENT ACCEPTS THE OVERALL FINDINGS OF THE ALTERNATIVE GROUNDWATER MODEL. 2. WHETHER THE DIRECTOR ACCEPTS OR DENIES EACH OF THE SPECIFIC FINDINGS OF THE ALTERNATIVE GROUNDWATER MODEL. 3. THE RATIONALE FOR THE DIRECTOR'S REJECTION OF ANY OF THE FINDINGS OF THE ALTERNATIVE GROUNDWATER MODEL.
This establishes new requirements for the director regarding the notification and evaluation of submitted alternative groundwater models.
Action History
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Vetoed by Governor
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Transmit to Governor
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Transmit to Senate
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PASSED
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DP
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House Second Reading
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House First Reading.
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Transmit to House
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PASSED
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Senate Second Reading
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Senate First Reading
Sponsors
- Timothy "Tim" Dunn · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 92 not signed on · 36 voted No
Sponsors (1)
- Timothy "Tim" Dunn Republican
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (92)
92 members have not signed on to this bill.
Show all 92 →"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.
Votes
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democrat | 0 | 25 | 0 | 2 |
| Republican | 32 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 32 | 25 | 0 | 3 |
| % of votes cast | 53% | 42% | 0% | 5% |
How each member voted (60)
| Member | Party | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Aaron Márquez | Democrat | Nay |
| Alma Hernandez | Democrat | Nay |
| Anna Abeytia | Democrat | Nay |
| Betty J Villegas | Democrat | Nay |
| Brian Garcia | Democrat | Nay |
| Cesar Aguilar | Democrat | Nay |
| Christopher Mathis | Democrat | Nay |
| Consuelo Hernandez | Democrat | Nay |
| Elda Luna-Nájera | Democrat | Nay |
| Janeen Connolly | Democrat | Nay |
| Junelle Cavero | Democrat | Nay |
| Kevin Volk | Democrat | Nay |
| Lorena Austin | Democrat | Nay |
| Lupe Contreras | Democrat | Nay |
| Lydia Hernandez | Democrat | Nay |
| Mae Peshlakai | Democrat | Not Voting |
| Mariana Sandoval | Democrat | Nay |
| Myron Tsosie | Democrat | Nay |
| Nancy Gutierrez | Democrat | Nay |
| Oscar De Los Santos | Democrat | Nay |
| Patty Contreras | Democrat | Nay |
| Quantá Crews | Democrat | Nay |
| Sarah Liguori | Democrat | Nay |
| Seth Blattman | Democrat | Nay |
| Stacey Travers | Democrat | Nay |
| Stephanie Simacek | Democrat | Not Voting |
| Stephanie Stahl Hamilton | Democrat | Nay |
| Alexander Kolodin | Republican | Yea |
| Beverly Pingerelli | Republican | Not Voting |
| Chris Lopez | Republican | Yea |
| David Livingston | Republican | Yea |
| David Marshall, Sr. | Republican | Yea |
| Gail Griffin | Republican | Yea |
| James Taylor | Republican | Yea |
| Jeff Weninger | Republican | Yea |
| John Gillette | Republican | Yea |
| Joseph Chaplik | Republican | Yea |
| Julie Willoughby | Republican | Yea |
| Justin Olson | Republican | Yea |
| Justin Wilmeth | Republican | Yea |
| Khyl Powell | Republican | Yea |
| Laurin Hendrix | Republican | Yea |
| Leo Biasiucci | Republican | Yea |
| Lisa Fink | Republican | Yea |
| Lupe Diaz | Republican | Yea |
| Matt Gress | Republican | Yea |
| Michael Carbone | Republican | Yea |
| Michael Way | Republican | Yea |
| Michele Peña | Republican | Yea |
| Neal Carter | Republican | Yea |
| Nick Kupper | Republican | Yea |
| Pamela Carter | Republican | Yea |
| Quang H Nguyen | Republican | Yea |
| Rachel Keshel | Republican | Yea |
| Ralph Heap | Republican | Yea |
| Selina Bliss | Republican | Yea |
| Steve Montenegro | Republican | Yea |
| Teresa Martinez | Republican | Yea |
| Tony Rivero | Republican | Yea |
| Walt Blackman | Republican | Yea |
Roll call published as PDF — view source.
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
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| Democrat | 1 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| Republican | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 18 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| % of votes cast | 60% | 37% | 0% | 3% |
How each member voted (30)
| Member | Party | Vote |
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| Analise Ortiz | Democrat | Nay |
| Brian Fernandez | Democrat | Yea |
| Catherine Miranda | Democrat | Nay |
| Denise “Mitzi” Epstein | Democrat | Nay |
| Eva Burch | Democrat | Nay |
| Eva Diaz | Democrat | Nay |
| Flavio Bravo | Democrat | Nay |
| Lauren Kuby | Democrat | Nay |
| Lela Alston | Democrat | Nay |
| Priya Sundareshan | Democrat | Nay |
| Rosanna Gabaldón | Democrat | Nay |
| Sally Ann Gonzales | Democrat | Nay |
| Theresa Hatathlie | Democrat | Not Voting |
| Carine Werner | Republican | Yea |
| David C. Farnsworth | Republican | Yea |
| David Gowan | Republican | Yea |
| Frank Carroll | Republican | Yea |
| Hildy Angius | Republican | Yea |
| J.D. Mesnard | Republican | Yea |
| Jake Hoffman | Republican | Yea |
| Janae Shamp | Republican | Yea |
| John Kavanagh | Republican | Yea |
| Kevin Payne | Republican | Yea |
| Mark Finchem | Republican | Yea |
| Shawnna Bolick | Republican | Yea |
| Thomas "T.J." Shope | Republican | Yea |
| Timothy "Tim" Dunn | Republican | Yea |
| Venden "Vince" Leach | Republican | Yea |
| Warren Petersen | Republican | Yea |
| Wendy Rogers | Republican | Yea |
Roll call published as PDF — view source.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who sponsors SB 1116?
- SB 1116 is sponsored by Timothy "Tim" Dunn (Republican).
- What is the current status of SB 1116?
- This bill died with 57th Legislature - First Regular Session. It reached “To Executive” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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