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Establishment of Scrap Metal Theft Study Committee

Senate Bill 1450 creates a study committee on scrap metal theft in Arizona, comprising law enforcement officers, scrap metal dealers, affected public members, and a representative from the Maricopa County Attorney's office. The committee's responsibilities include evaluating whether existing laws deter crime, assessing compliance costs for the scrap metal industry, and reviewing the adequacy of civil penalties and criminal fines. The committee is required to submit a report of its findings and recommendations by December 1, 2025, after which the section will be repealed. This initiative aims to address the growing concerns surrounding scrap metal theft and its implications for both law enforcement and the industry.1