Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs and GOP leaders are nearing a budget deal that could be finalized this week. Senate President Warren Petersen agrees that a budget deal is imminent. The proposed budget includes cuts to projects and spending, significantly impacting the Arizona Water Infrastructure Finance Authority (WIFA), which is responsible for seeking new water supplies. In related news, Rep. Greg Stanton announced over $19 million in federal funding for five water infrastructure projects across Arizona.
Budget deal between @GovernorHobbs and GOP leaders cuts projects and spending, with a big hit to @ArizonaWIFA that is supposed to be looking for new supplies of water. Now we wait to see if the votes are there for approval. Story by @AZChristieNews. https://t.co/Wpuikn8eVD
I'm working directly with Arizona communities to invest in smart, lasting water infrastructure. This week, we announced $19+ million in federal funding from my Arizona Environmental Infrastructure Authority for 5 projects across the state. https://t.co/sctuIeGovz
So whatโs in the budget deal lawmakers and Gov. Katie Hobbs are working on? ๐ผ๐๏ธ Letโs check the budget docs! ๐๐ Link in bio ๐ #AZBudgetDeal #AZLegislature https://t.co/yVDkO6YdpL
.@GovernorHobbs told reporters this morning that a budget deal is "imminent." Senate President @votewarren agrees and says it's possible we could see a budget deal this week.
Working with my local partners, I have submitted 15 community projects for federal funding! From Bay to Bay, I am investing in projects that lower costs, create safe, healthy communities, invest in cleaner, cheaper energy and bolster our economy. https://t.co/SFZ4qli9Ux