SB 1351 is a short repeal bill that removes two Arizona statutes, A.R.S. §§ 9-500.36 and 11-269.14. Based on the caption, those provisions relate to a prohibition on local energy measuring or energy-use reporting requirements. The bill does not create a new regulatory framework; instead, it eliminates existing state law restrictions tied to local regulation in this area.
If enacted, the bill would restore local authority that had been limited by the repealed sections, allowing cities and counties greater flexibility to adopt or enforce energy measuring, benchmarking, or reporting requirements for buildings or other local energy-related policies. The measure is framed as a local-government bill and would affect municipal and county regulation, as well as property owners, utilities, and other parties subject to local energy reporting rules.
Impact
The bill would repeal two sections of the Arizona Revised Statutes, removing state-level prohibitions on local energy measuring and reporting requirements. This would change the legal landscape for cities and counties by eliminating statutory barriers to local regulation in this policy area, potentially allowing local governments to require energy benchmarking, disclosure, or related reporting that had previously been restricted. The repeal would also affect regulated entities such as building owners and operators that may be subject to local energy data collection or reporting obligations.
Sentiment
There is limited recorded legislative history for SB 1351, with no committee transcript or vote data available in the provided materials. The bill’s sponsorship by multiple senators and representatives suggests support from its introducers, but the absence of recorded debate or votes means overall chamber sentiment cannot be firmly assessed from the available record. The caption and structure indicate a straightforward repeal measure rather than a broader policy overhaul.
Contention
The main point of contention is likely to be the balance between state preemption and local control. Supporters would generally favor restoring municipal and county authority to regulate energy measuring and reporting, while opponents may argue that the repealed statutes protect against a patchwork of local requirements and reduce compliance burdens for property owners and businesses. Because no committee discussion or vote history is provided, specific arguments from either side are not documented in the available record.