'Jerry's Law' signed into law, strengthening animal cruelty protections
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signed "Jerry's Law" into law, strengthening animal cruelty definitions and increasing penalties for offenders.
'Jerry's Law' enhances animal cruelty protections
Governor Katie Hobbs signed "Jerry's Law" into law Monday, strengthening Arizona's animal cruelty statutes. It goes into effect on Sept. 26.
Hobbs says Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' is a 'betrayal'
President Donald Trump is expected to sign his "Big Beautiful Bill" on Friday during a ceremony at the White House. Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs released a statement on the bill, saying it's "a betrayal of working families, children, and seniors in Arizona."
Arizona Gov. Hobbs officially signs budget bill
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs held a signing ceremony on July 1 where she officially signed the state budget. Following the ceremony, Hobbs answered questions from the media.
Lawmakers reach budget deal; Gov. Hobbs signs bill
The Arizona budget needed to be signed before midnight June 30 to prevent the state from experiencing its first government shutdown. The bipartisan spending plan is $17.6 billion.
Arizona lawmakers race against the clock to avoid historic government shutdown
Arizona is potentially a few days away from the first government shutdown in our state's history. FOX 10's Lauren Clark reports.
Budget bills vetoed by Arizona Governor – here's why
Arizona is closer to its first-ever state government shutdown after the Governor vetoed 2 budget bills on Wednesday. She said the bills would "shortchange public safety, childcare, and the state's veterans," highlighting lawmakers' continued disagreement.
Arizona Gov. Hobbs vetoes budget bills as government shutdown nears
Arizona's Governor vetoed two budget bills on Wednesday afternoon, saying they would “shortchange public safety, childcare, and the state’s veterans." This brings Arizona closer to a first-ever state government shutdown as lawmakers can't agree on a budget.
House passes budget despite Governor's opposition
The Arizona House passed a budget to avoid a government shutdown, but Gov. Katie Hobbs said she won't sign it. House Democrats criticized the move, saying Republicans refused to negotiate a bipartisan deal. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has this report.
Arizona state government on verge of shutdown
Arizona's state government is on the brink of a shutdown if House lawmakers fail to reach an agreement on a new budget. They have until Monday to present a funding plan that Governor Katie Hobbs will sign.
Gov. Hobbs expected to veto House GOP budget
Gov. Katie Hobbs announced she will veto the House Republican's continuation budget. Hobbs and the Arizona Senate agreed on a $17.6 billion budget, sending it to the House. It's unclear if the House will approve it before next Monday's deadline.
Arizona lawmakers send Chase Field bill to Gov. Hobbs
The Arizona House passed a bipartisan bill to help fund repairs at Chase Field, allocating around $500 million over the next 30 years to pay for those improvements. The bill now heads to Gov. Katie Hobbs to sign.
Budget battle brewing at the AZ state capitol
Senate Republicans want to pass a continuation budget to keep the government running until a full bill is passed, but Gov. Hobbs says that would jeopardize basic government functions.
Gov. Hobbs' Colorado River remarks
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs made remarks at the Arizona Reconsultation Committee (ARC) meeting on June 17, where stakeholders discussed Colorado River negotiations.
Why Gov. Hobbs vetoed 'Antisemitism in Education Act'
Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed the "Antisemitism in Education Act," House Bill 2867, saying it set a dangerous precedent. Thirteen groups, including the Tucson Jewish Museum, urged the veto of the controversial education bill.
Arizona Gov. Hobbs supports LGBTQ+ Youth Day
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs continues to advocate for equal rights for queer and trans youth. The governor teamed up with several LGBTQ+ organizations for the annual LGBTQ+ Youth Day.
Biggs says he'll push for immediate changes on education, elections, and the border
MAGA supporters are getting behind Andy Biggs, who is running to be the Republican candidate for Arizona governor in 2026.
'Emily's Law': Gov. Hobbs signs bill creating alert system for missing indigenous people
House Bill 2281, otherwise known as “Emily's Law," is in honor of 14-year-old Emily Pike, who was found dead near Globe weeks after she was reported missing from her Mesa group home.
Arizona Gov. Hobbs signs 'Emily's Law'
On May 21, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signed House Bill 2281, which creates a new turquoise alert system to help law enforcement respond to the disappearances of missing and indigenous persons. The bill is named after 14-year-old Emily Pike, who was found dead near Globe after she went missing from a Mesa group home.
Arizona's fight for Colorado River water ramps up
Arizona is one of several states in the lower basin of the Colorado River fighting for rights to secure its water supply as negotiations heat up. Governor Katie Hobbs joins FOX 10's Steve Nielsen on a helicopter tour of the river.