AZ Central: Gov. Katie Hobbs says she's ready to make her goals for Arizona reality — with or without Republicans
From day one, Katie has said she’ll work with anyone on solutions to Arizona’s biggest challenges. Instead, Republicans in the state legislature have been unwilling to compromise on the state budget and have advanced a bill that would restrict teachers from using transgender students’ preferred pronouns. When Katie says she stands with all Arizonans, she means it — and she will never sign such a bill. She is, however, committed to passing a budget that meets Arizonans' needs, and fighting for progress on the issues folks are facing, whether or not Republicans will cooperate.
WATCH: An Arizona for Everyone
Watch a quick recap of the Governor’s swearing-in ceremony, as Katie explains her mission to build an Arizona for everyone.
Tucson.com: Hobbs' budget includes child tax credit, K-12 boost, housing funds
The Governor’s proposed budget includes major investments in education and affordable housing projects, while eliminating the sales tax on diapers and feminine hygiene products, saving Arizona women and families $40 million a year.
Take a look: Modernizing Arizona’s energy infrastructure
Alongside Vice President Kamala Harris, Interior Secretary Deb Haaland, and Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm, Katie celebrated the groundbreaking of a high-voltage transmission line that will add a critical new power infrastructure to our state. This is an important step forward as we work to accelerate the transition to a clean energy economy.
The New Republic: Is Arizona Truly a Purple State—or Just Anti-MAGA? Katie Hobbs Is About to Find Out.
The new Democratic governor is setting a moderate tone for her early days in office, but trouble is already brewing with the state GOP.
Take a look: Celebrating Black History Month
Katie began Black History Month by joining the Shining Light Foundation for the kickoff of their Black History Month Mural Project — one of the nonprofit’s impactful projects in our communities.
FOX News: AZ Gov. Katie Hobbs creates commission to study state’s prison problems
A new commission — created by the Governor — will examine Arizona’s prisons — focusing on inmates’ access to food, medical and mental health care; sanitation; prison staffing levels, security, and crowding; and rehabilitation and education programs. This is a much-needed effort in protecting the rights of those incarcerated.
AZ Central: Gov. Katie Hobbs' priorities are right in line with most Arizonans'
As the executive director of Stand for Children Arizona writes, Katie’s proposed budget demonstrates that she understands what Arizonans want — particularly when it comes to funding for our state’s schools. Republicans would be wise to take note.
Thank you again for taking the time to read these updates, and we’ll be in touch soon with more of the latest news as the Governor and her administration continue their work for Arizonans.
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