Arizona Republic: How to keep Arizona teachers in the job? Here's what governor's panel came up with
Katie’s task force dedicated to addressing the teacher retention crisis in Arizona public schools released 11 recommendations on how to solve this issue. These recommendations include raising salaries, reducing the cost of health insurance plans, expanding parental leave, and giving educators smaller class sizes.
Fox10: Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs visits U.S.-Mexico border at closed Lukeville port of entry
Katie visited one of Arizona's busiest ports of entry to demand more resources and manpower from the federal government to reopen the port and support local law enforcement — emphasizing that now is the time for action, not partisan politics.
Navajo Hopi Observer: Tribal leaders meet with Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs
Tribal leaders met with Katie to receive updates on her efforts to shut down fraudulent sober living homes that were preying on members of the Navajo Nation as well as other tribes.
KJZZ: Dutch semiconductor manufacturer ASM to expand North American HQ in Arizona
Katie joined Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte to announce an expansion of ASM, a semiconductor manufacturing company in Arizona. The company expects to add 500 jobs in the next six years as it moves its headquarters to Scottsdale.
Arizona Republic Op-Ed: I helped pass Arizona's groundwater law. 40 years later, it's time for the next step
In an op-ed, the former Governor of Arizona, Bruce Babbitt, voiced his support for Katie’s efforts to update the groundwater management laws he initially passed 40 years ago. He and Katie both are urging lawmakers to work together to secure Arizona’s water future.
University of Arizona College of Medicine: Women in Medicine and Science Welcome Governor Katie Hobbs to Their Annual Networking Event
At an event dedicated to celebrating women in medicine and science, Katie encouraged attendees to uplift each other and strive for success: “We need to do more to bring women into leadership positions — intentional mentorship, giving women a seat at the table, encouraging them to be active participants in the overall operations of a team, taking their opinions seriously… and recognizing and uplifting their accomplishments and contributions.”
Happy Holidays: A message from Katie
KJZZ: More Arizona children could qualify for AHCCCS health coverage next year
Earlier this year, Katie fought to expand Arizona’s Medicaid program. Now, an estimated 10,000 or more children could qualify under the newly updated KidsCare program thanks to her efforts.
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