Happy August! We’re back with another edition of Hear It From Hobbs, our newsletter with the latest headlines about Governor Katie Hobbs and her administration’s work. Were you forwarded this email by a friend? Sign up to continue receiving our biweekly newsletter here! We hope you’ll take a few minutes to read these updates, but if you’re short on time, you can support Katie’s work by pitching in now:

Arizona Republic: Gov. Katie Hobbs is coming after Arizona's GOP Legislature, and she's not fooling around

After congratulating Tuesday’s primary winners, Katie highlighted the clear choice Arizonans will have this November: Allow insurrectionists, white supremacists, and indicted fake electors to continue controlling the state legislature, or elect a governing majority who will work alongside her to deliver real results for Arizonans.

Fox10: Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs endorses Kamala Harris

Katie proudly endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president, and in her statement, voiced support for Kamala’s dedication to uniting the nation and ending the divisiveness.

AZ Big Media: Most Influential Women: Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs

AZ Business just announced their Most Influential Women in Arizona of 2024, and Katie is featured on their list! They highlighted her career in public service, from starting out as a social worker to later helping run one of the largest domestic violence shelters in the country. Now, she’s Arizona’s fifth female governor and is the first-ever social worker to be elected governor of any state in the U.S.

More accessibility: Healthier and happier Arizonans

As a social worker, I know that healthcare is at the heart of creating strong and thriving families. It was great to join @PhxChildrens for the opening of their new Arrowhead Campus. Together, we’re going to make sure families across the state have access to high quality, reliable care.

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KTAR: Gov. Katie Hobbs: Arizona’s credit outlook upped to ‘positive’ by rating agency

Thanks to Katie’s work lowering costs, increasing affordable housing options, closing the state budget deficit, and creating over 81,000 jobs, Arizona’s economy is booming — and this new positive rating reflects that strength.

DVIDS Hub: Arizona Governor visits U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground

Katie recently went to the Yuma Proving Ground, which manages multiple extreme environment test centers designed to assess military equipment functionality. She’s the first sitting governor to visit the post in more than two decades, and while touring YMG, she reiterated how important it is as governor to ensure the state is a good partner to this significant hub for national defense.

The Center Square: Hobbs visits Watch Fire scene after $400,000 allocated for assistance

Katie responded quickly to the aftermath of the Watch Fire, making sure the communities impacted by these wildfires have the resources they need to keep Arizonans safe.

Disability Pride Month: Ensuring equal opportunities for all

The Americans with Disabilities Act #ADA continues to pave the way for equality and accessibility for all. In Arizona, we will continue fighting to protect individuals with disabilities from discrimination and to promote equal opportunities for all Arizonans. #DisabilityPrideMonth

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