Arizona Legislature Passes SB 1543 Allowing Axon Enterprise Scottsdale HQ and Housing Without Voter Approval; Governor Hobbs to Decide

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Published Apr 16, 2025, 07:33 PM

The Arizona Legislature has passed a bill that would allow Axon Enterprise Inc., a Scottsdale-based company, to construct a new headquarters and an accompanying housing development without requiring voter approval. This legislative move aims to bypass a voter referendum that had previously delayed the project. The bill, known as SB 1543, now awaits the decision of Governor Katie Hobbs, who is currently reviewing the legislation. The governor's decision will weigh the potential economic benefits of keeping Axon in Arizona against the concerns raised about bypassing public zoning votes. The bill has faced opposition from some Democrats and local officials, including Scottsdale City Councilman Barry Graham, as well as criticism from commentators who have labeled the bill as cronyism. The Arizona Senate approved the bill, emphasizing the importance of retaining jobs in the state while balancing voter input.

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Rachel Alexander

@Rach_IC

Excellent move by Scottsdale City Councilman Barry Graham. A significant number of Democrats voted against the cronyism alleged bribery Axon bill, and even far left AZ Repugnant writer Laurie Roberts blasted the bill. I doubt Hobbs will sign it since she's becoming more cautious https://t.co/uCnOVsy7hL

azcentral

@azcentral

Senate passes bill to keep Axon in Arizona, forcing Hobbs to balance jobs, voters' voices https://t.co/Mqv1WhCExt

AZ Capitol Times (State Affairs Arizona)

@AzCapitolTimes

The Arizona Senate has approved a bill clearing the way for Axon to build its Scottsdale headquarters without a public zoning vote. https://t.co/ueuCCcvWDW