New Navy Warship To Receive Name “USS Arizona”
"This ship and the name, 'USS Arizona,' hold special meaning for our country, its history and the people of Arizona — and today, that legacy begins a new chapter." - Governor Ducey
KGUN: Navy Warship To Be Named USS Arizona; First Since Pearl Harbor
"The original USS Arizona sunk at the bombing attack on Pearl Harbor, and 1,177 of its crewmembers died. It was deemed unsalvageable at the time, and still sits at the bottom of the harbor in Hawaii, where a memorial now sits."
Governor Ducey Applauds Funding To Modernize San Luis I Port Of Entry
Governor Ducey this week applauded the passage of $152.4 million in new federal funding to modernize the San Luis I Port of Entry in Southern Arizona. The facility processes more than 3.2 million cars and 8.5 million people traveling northbound each year.
2019: Jobs On The Rise
Companies from across the globe chose Arizona to expand or relocate, bringing major jobs announcements to the state. Some companies that celebrated Arizona jobs announcements include Lucid Motors, Raytheon and more.
2019: Growing Arizona’s Infrastructure
With hundreds of people moving to Arizona every day, the state prioritized investments in roads, bridges and airports across the state. Over the next five years, the state plans to invest $4.6 billion in infrastructure.
2019: Investing In Arizona’s Health And Welfare
Arizona kicked off 2019 with a plan to invest $56 million to expand Arizona’s child care subsidy programs, increasing access to child care for low-income working families and foster parents. Arizona has also expanded funding for Graduate Medical Education by nearly double since 2015.
Wishing Arizona a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
