Creates an annual seasonal exemption from the state motor vehicle fuel tax from May 1 through Sept 30 in specified air-quality areas.

Suspends the state motor vehicle fuel tax annually from May 1 through September 30 for fuel sold or used in designated air-quality areas. Prohibits vendors from recovering the tax from consumers during the exemption period, and maintains existing fuel tax reporting requirements. Directs a fixed annual distribution from the Arizona Highway User Revenue Fund to counties and cities to offset revenue impacts and is designated as an emergency measure for immediate implementation.

Pending House action.

01/22/2026 Introduced in House. Assigned to House Committee on Natural Resources, Energy and Water.
01/26/2026 Read second time in House.
02/03/2026 House Committee on Natural Resources, Energy and Water recommends passage as amended.
02/09/2026 House Committee on Rules passed in constitutional and in proper form.
02/10/2026 House votes to pass.