Katie Hobbs
2023 - Present
2027
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Katie Hobbs (Democratic Party) is the Governor of Arizona. She assumed office on January 2, 2023. Her current term ends on January 4, 2027.
Hobbs (Democratic Party) ran for election for Governor of Arizona. She won in the general election on November 8, 2022.
Hobbs is a former Democratic member of the Arizona State Senate, representing District 24 from 2013 to 2019. Hobbs served as state Senate minority leader from 2015 to 2019.
Hobbs was elected as Arizona Secretary of State on November 6, 2018. She served from 2019 to 2023. Hobbs also previously represented District 15 in the Arizona House of Representatives from 2011 to 2013.
Biography
Katie Hobbs earned a bachelor's degree in social work from Northern Arizona University and a master's degree in social work from Arizona State University. Her career experience includes working as a social worker.[1]
Political career
Governor of Arizona (2023-Present)
Hobbs was elected Governor of Arizona on November 8, 2022. She assumed office on January 2, 2023.
Arizona Secretary of State (2019-2023)
Hobbs was elected secretary of state on November 6, 2018. She assumed office on January 7, 2019.
Arizona Legislature (2011-2019)
Committee assignments
2017 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2017 legislative session, this legislator served on the following committees:
| Arizona committee assignments, 2017 |
|---|
| • Appropriations |
| • Health and Human Services |
| • Rules |
2015 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, Hobbs served on the following committees:
| Arizona committee assignments, 2015 |
|---|
| • Appropriations |
| • Health and Human Services |
| • Rules |
2013-2014
At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, Hobbs served on the following committees:
| Arizona committee assignments, 2013 |
|---|
| • Elections |
| • Government and Environment |
| • Health and Human Services |
| • Audit |
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Hobbs served on these committees:
| Arizona committee assignments, 2011 |
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| • Government |
| • Health and Human Services |
| • Transportation |
Sponsored legislation
The following table lists bills this person sponsored as a legislator, according to BillTrack50 and sorted by action history. Bills are sorted by the date of their last action. The following list may not be comprehensive. To see all bills this legislator sponsored, click on the legislator's name in the title of the table.
Elections
2022
See also: Arizona gubernatorial election, 2022
The following candidates ran in the general election for Governor of Arizona on November 8, 2022. Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.General election for Governor of Arizona
✔ Katie Hobbs (D)
1,287,891 Kari Lake (R) 1,270,774 Liana West (G) (Write-in) 254 Mikaela Lutes-Burton (L) (Write-in)
213 William Pounds (Independent-Green Party) (Write-in) 139 Steph Denny (R) (Write-in)
74 Alice Novoa (R) (Write-in)
55 Rayshawn Merrill (Independent) (Write-in)
44 Anthony Camboni (Independent) (Write-in)
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Barry J. Hess (L)
- Alex Sadowski (Independent)
Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Governor of Arizona
Katie Hobbs defeated Marco Lopez and Aaron Lieberman (Unofficially withdrew) in the Democratic primary for Governor of Arizona on August 2, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Katie Hobbs | 72.3 | 431,059 | |
| Marco Lopez | 22.8 | 136,090 | ||
| Aaron Lieberman (Unofficially withdrew) | 4.8 | 28,878 | ||
| Total votes: 596,027 | ||||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Governor of Arizona
The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for Governor of Arizona on August 2, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Kari Lake | 48.0 | 398,860 | |
| Karrin Taylor Robson | 43.1 | 358,682 | ||
| Matt Salmon (Unofficially withdrew) | 3.7 | 30,704 | ||
| Scott Neely | 3.1 | 25,876 | ||
| Paola Tulliani-Zen | 2.1 | 17,281 | ||
 | Carlos Roldan (Write-in) | 0.0 | 42 | |
| Alex Schatz (Write-in) | 0.0 | 39 | |
| Patrick Finerd (Write-in) | 0.0 | 24 | ||
| Total votes: 831,508 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Steve Gaynor (R)
- Kimberly Yee (R)
- Frank Konarski (R)
Libertarian primary election
Libertarian primary for Governor of Arizona
Barry J. Hess advanced from the Libertarian primary for Governor of Arizona on August 2, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Barry J. Hess (Write-in) | 100.0 | 550 | |
| Total votes: 550 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Steve Remus (L)
Campaign finance
2018
Alice Novoa (Republican) ran as a write-in candidate.
General election
General election for Arizona Secretary of State
Katie Hobbs defeated Steve Gaynor in the general election for Arizona Secretary of State on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Katie Hobbs (D) | 50.4 | 1,176,384 | |
| Steve Gaynor (R) | 49.6 | 1,156,132 | ||
| Total votes: 2,332,516 (100.00% precincts reporting) | ||||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Arizona Secretary of State
Katie Hobbs advanced from the Democratic primary for Arizona Secretary of State on August 28, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Katie Hobbs | 100.0 | 465,668 | |
| Total votes: 465,668 (100.00% precincts reporting) | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Leslie Pico (D)
Republican primary election
Republican primary for Arizona Secretary of State
Steve Gaynor defeated incumbent Michele Reagan in the Republican primary for Arizona Secretary of State on August 28, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Steve Gaynor | 66.7 | 414,332 | |
| Michele Reagan | 33.3 | 206,988 | ||
| Total votes: 621,320 (100.00% precincts reporting) | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Kevin Gibbons (R)
2016
- See also: Arizona State Senate elections, 2016
Incumbent Katie Hobbs ran unopposed in the Arizona State Senate District 24 general election.[2][3]
| Arizona State Senate, District 24 General Election, 2016 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Democratic |  Katie Hobbs Incumbent (unopposed) |
100.00% | 54,351 | |
| Total Votes | 54,351 | |||
| Source: Arizona Secretary of State | ||||
Incumbent Katie Hobbs ran unopposed in the Arizona State Senate District 24 Democratic Primary.[4]
| Arizona State Senate, District 24 Democratic Primary, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | |
| Democratic | Katie Hobbs Incumbent (unopposed) | |
2014
- See also: Arizona State Senate elections, 2014
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Katie Hobbs Incumbent |
66.1% | 25,130 | |
| Republican | Bill Follette | 33.9% | 12,867 | |
| Total Votes | 37,997 | |||
2012
- See also: Arizona State Senate elections, 2012
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Katie Hobbs |
66.4% | 38,142 | |
| Republican | Augustine "Auggie" Bartning | 33.6% | 19,326 | |
| Total Votes | 57,468 | |||
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
|---|---|---|
|
Katie Hobbs |
61.2% | 7,234 |
| Ken Cheuvront | 38.8% | 4,589 |
| Total Votes | 11,823 | |
2010
| Arizona House of Representatives, District 15 General Election (2010) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
| Katie Hobbs (D)
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15,885 | |||
| Lela Alston (D)
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15,167 | |||
| Paul Yoder (R) | 8,972 | |||
| Caroline B. Condit (R) | 8,424 | |||
| Les White (I) | 1,739 | |||
| Luisa Evonne Valdez (G) | 1,343 | |||
| Arizona House of Representatives, District 15 Democratic Primary (2010) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
| Katie Hobbs (D)
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3,950 | |||
| Lela Alston (D)
|
3,919 | |||
| Ken Clark (D) | 3,418 | |||
Campaign themes
2022
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Katie Hobbs did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.
Campaign website
Hobbs' campaign website stated the following:
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KATIE HOBBS' PLAN FOR AN ACCOUNTABLE ARIZONA FROM THE DESK OF KATIE HOBBS DEAR ARIZONANS, Thank you for taking the time to consider my plan to ensure Arizona’s government works for you. I have always believed that government can be a force for good, and for too long, your state government has been working for the powerful, the partisan, and the special interests. As your next governor, I pledge to build a government that is of, by, and for the people. We will make needed reforms and work to build the most ethical and accountable administration in history. We will work to bring people together and get stuff done to help Arizona. Here’s where we’ll start:
In the coming weeks and months, I look forward to discussing my plans with you. I also want to know what you think — please send me your feedback at www.katiehobbs.org/accountability. Sincerely, Katie Hobbs As Arizona’s next governor, Katie Hobbs will continue to deliver accountability, transparency, and results for the people of Arizona. As a legislator and Secretary of State, Katie Hobbs fought to make government more efficient and cut red tape to help lower costs for taxpayers. She will continue this work as governor to make sure that our economy is on track to thrive. Hobbs knows that Arizonans are tired of their tax dollars being wasted on partisan and political games, including the sham audit. There are so many issues that Arizona faces — and Katie Hobbs is ready to tackle them to make Arizona the best place to live, work, and raise a family. That’s why Hobbs has proposed transformative policy plans that put Arizona first by cutting wasteful spending, lowering costs to taxpayers, and making state government open and accountable. CUTTING RED TAPE Unnecessary red tape is holding our businesses — especially small businesses — back from thriving, expanding, and creating good jobs. Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and they create critical jobs that keep tax dollars local and give back in countless ways to employees and the communities they serve.
ELIMINATING WASTEFUL SPENDING For too long, Arizonans have been kept in the dark about where their hard-earned dollars are going. Our current state government has been using taxpayer money for political pandering instead of investing in our future. Arizonans deserve to know how their money is being spent, and Katie Hobbs knows how to make our government accountable to the people and fix broken systems.
TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY Government only works well if it is run well. Right now, Arizona’s state government is being run by conspiracy theorists who have wasted their time on political games instead of focusing on tackling real issues that we’re facing. Arizonans deserve a government that works for them. And leadership that is ready to deliver accountability, transparency, and results and work across the aisle to get things done.
EFFICIENCY Katie Hobbs knows what it’s like to be a statewide leader in the middle of unprecedented times, and has a track record of getting things done. As Secretary of State, she stepped into the role and took a wasteful and mismanaged office and worked with Democrats and Republicans to streamline operations, fix broken systems, and make the office accountable to the people — and she’s ready to bring that exact leadership to the governor’s office.
LONG-TERM PLANNING Our government has been divided for too long and it’s holding us back. Elected leaders need to work together to address the critical issues Arizonans are facing, and plan strategically for the future to make sure that our state is the best place in the country to live, work, and raise a family. Katie Hobbs is ready to get to work to do just that, and break through gridlock to deliver for Arizonans.
INTRODUCTION ARIZONA’S STATE GOVERNMENT DOESN’T WORK FOR ALL ARIZONANS. People of color have been systemically locked out of opportunity in this state, and our government has failed to break down those barriers. Together, with underserved communities across this state, Katie Hobbs has built a plan to change that. She is listening to marginalized communities across Arizona, hearing their concerns about the present, and their hopes for the future. Katie knows that systemic inequities and racism have long permeated every aspect of our society. That’s why she’s championed policies that expand health care in communities of color, defended access to the right to vote for all Arizonans, and fought for justice for victims of domestic abuse. This plan, along with Katie’s Accountable Arizona plan that was released last month, is just the beginning. Katie believes that the next governor of Arizona must have both an inclusive vision for her administration — and a track record of delivering meaningful progress for all Arizonans. This plan challenges a broken status quo with bold new policies. It is centered on four key objectives:
" I’m committed to listening, learning, and understanding how I can put my words into action — not just for those whose voices need to be heard in our government, but for everyone who I hope to represent and serve as governor. Because I am asking to be the leader of this great state, I need to be more than an ally, I need to be your advocate. KATIE HOBBS MAKING STATE GOVERNMENT INCLUSIVE Katie will work to ensure that government is inclusive, provides equal opportunity, and dismantles systemic racism to uplift the lives of all Arizonans and ensure equal access to critical government services and opportunities.
AN ECONOMY THAT WORKS FOR ALL ARIZONANS Every Arizonan deserves access to a good job that provides for their family, and Katie will take action — within the executive branch and together with the legislature — to build an economy in which the doors of opportunity are wide open for women and people of color.
IMPROVING WOMEN’S REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH AND CHOICES As a social worker and a mother, Katie saw firsthand the disproportionate impact public policy has on women of color and will work to improve women’s reproductive health and choices. That’s why as a legislator, she fought to defend women’s reproductive rights and led the fight to ensure testing of rape kits.
DEFENDING AND EXPANDING FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS As Secretary of State, Katie has been at the forefront of defending Arizonans’ fundamental right to vote and expanding access to the ballot in underserved communities. As governor, Katie will expand upon this work and her elevated role to address systemic racism in the criminal justice system and codify new equal rights protections.
CONCLUSION The policies in this plan are just the beginning. There is so much more work to be done to build an equitable, inclusive Arizona. But the work must start immediately to build a government that is inclusive, accountable, and works for all Arizonans. Taken together, these steps will make a concrete impact on communities of color across Arizona. For too long, too many Black, Latino, and Indigenous people in our state have been unable to access opportunity; they have been systemically locked out of the American Dream. Arizona’s next governor must act immediately — independently where possible, bringing the legislature along where she must — to provide relief to Arizona’s families. Over the coming weeks and months, Katie will be unveiling additional policy proposals, to create good jobs, to make everyday life more affordable, to improve education, and more. She has a track record of bringing Arizonans together and working across the aisle to get the job done. As our next governor, she’ll build an Arizona that is inclusive, equitable, and that works for all Arizonans.
FROM THE DESK OF KATIE HOBBS DEAR ARIZONANS, We are at a defining moment in our democracy. The frontline of the fight to strengthen our election systems and defend the freedom to vote is right here in Arizona. As Secretary of State, I’ve fought against sham audits, misinformation, and efforts to simply throw out the ballots of tens of thousands of eligible Arizonans. We’ve pushed back against this anti-democratic extremism, and prevailed every step of the way. But these dangerous forces have not stopped their effort to silence the voices of Arizonans. Instead, they’ve launched an all-out assault on our freedom to vote, all in the name of the Big Lie and their own cynical pursuit of power. Despite the fact that our elections are conducted safely and securely, voter suppression bills are being introduced in Republican-led state legislatures across the country, and proponents of the Big Lie are running to oversee election results in statewide and local offices. Let me be clear: I’m ready to work hand in hand with Democrats and Republicans to protect the freedom to vote. Our democracy isn’t partisan, our Constitution isn’t partisan, and the freedom to exercise our most fundamental democratic right should not be partisan. Arizonans deserve a governor — and a government — that works tirelessly on their behalf to protect and expand the freedom to vote for every eligible person. With voting rights reform efforts unwisely stalled in Congress, it’s more critical than ever that we have a leader in the governor’s office who is ready on day one to defend Arizonans against these extreme attacks on the right to vote. Today, I’m excited to introduce a plan that builds on the work we’ve already been doing to protect the freedom to vote. Despite ongoing threats, I’m more focused and determined than ever to work tirelessly on behalf of Arizonans to uphold the Constitution and stand up for the freedom to vote — the bedrock principle of our democracy. — Secretary Katie Hobbs Today, unfounded attacks on the integrity of our elections threaten to take us backwards and derail all the progress we have made to make sure that every eligible Arizonan of all political leanings has access to the polls. Already, there are several extreme and unpopular bills that have been introduced in the legislature to disenfranchise everyday Arizonans, including new limitations on early voting and to ban the use of secure ballot drop-boxes. Against this backdrop of dysfunction and extremism, Katie supports a commonsense suite of voting rights measures to defend access to the ballot for every eligible Arizonan. Katie is the leader Arizona needs today to protect our fundamental rights, and she will not shy away from the fight for what is right: every eligible Arizonan should be readily able to exercise their freedom to vote. A PLAN TO ENSURE ACCESS TO THE BALLOT FOR ALL ARIZONANS Although the legislature has only been in session for a few weeks, we’ve seen a flurry of bills out of the gate that would restrict access to the ballot and make it harder for Arizonans to exercise their freedom to vote. Instead of putting partisanship aside to ensure that every eligible Arizonan can confidently exercise their fundamental rights, those in power are actively working to undermine trust in our democracy. PROTECTING ARIZONANS’ FREEDOMS Without the freedom to vote, we don’t have much of a democracy to speak of. Katie knows that defending democracy starts with defending that freedom — for every eligible Arizonan. As governor, Katie will:
STRENGTHENING ELECTION SECURITY The 2020 election was the most secure in our nation’s history. But those who refuse to accept the election results continue attempting to undermine our election by attacking the very same processes by which we conduct our elections securely, and harassing and threatening the election workers who uphold the sanctity of our elections. That’s why, as governor, Katie will:
EXPANDING BALLOT ACCESS We cannot fulfill the promise of a more perfect union if we put up barriers to vote for eligible Arizonans — especially those who have been historically disenfranchised and underrepresented. We need to make it simpler to register to vote and cast a ballot. As governor, Katie will:
CONCLUSION For too long, guaranteeing the fundamental right to vote has been an uphill battle despite the unprecedented attacks on the foundation of our democracy. As Secretary of State, Katie made great strides in helping turnout every eligible Arizona voter. And as Governor, Katie will take action to secure fair elections for years to come.
INTRODUCTION Katie Hobbs is running for governor to deliver accountability, transparency, and results for every Arizonan. This state faces its share of challenges, and as our next governor, Katie will get to work to make Arizona the best place to live, work, and raise a family. Katie knows what’s possible when leaders work together to improve the lives of those they represent. In the legislature, she worked across the aisle to expand Medicaid so that hundreds of thousands of Arizonans could finally have access to health care. And as Secretary of State, Katie took a wasteful and mismanaged office and worked with Democrats and Republicans to streamline operations, fix broken systems, and made the office more accountable to the people. And in 2020, in the middle of a pandemic, Katie ensured that no voter had to choose between their freedom to vote and their health and safety. Unfortunately, our leaders are not working in the best interests of Arizonans. Right now, working families face ongoing economic uncertainties. We aren’t training our workforce for the sustainable jobs that we know are growing Arizona’s economy. And we aren’t taking the necessary steps to make sure Arizonans can look out for the well-being of themselves and their children. Whether it’s rising prices brought on by inflation, or the worsening of long-standing economic and racial disparities, our leaders need to come together and provide urgent relief for those who need it most. Here’s how we will start: We will lower costs for families with children by: establishing a state-level child tax credit, which has been shown to reduce poverty, that will go towards affording the essentials needed to raise a child.
We will help Arizonans get back to work in good-paying jobs by:
Finally, we will protect the health and well-being of Arizona families by:
By providing much-needed relief to Arizona families, we can also grow our economy and set our state up for long-term prosperity. When more Arizonans are able to afford school supplies, medications, and get the training they need for a good-paying job, they become part of a healthier and more dependable workforce. And when more businesses are able to grow, they make our state more competitive and attractive to workers. LOWERING COSTS FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN Making it more affordable to raise a child: The American Rescue Plan, passed by Congress and signed into law by President Biden, made a generational investment in America’s working families with the most comprehensive Child Tax Credit (CTC) in history. Here in Arizona, the federal CTC expansion impacted nearly 800,000 families, including uplifting more than 100,000 families out of poverty. With the historic investment in our children, 9 in 10 lower-income Arizonans were able to afford basic needs such as food and clothing, 1 in 4 families with young children were able to cover basic child care costs, and nearly 1 in 3 families spent the expanded child tax credit on school expenses. As the federal government failed to take action to strengthen the child tax credit, Arizona families are wondering how they can afford the cost of raising their children, and they’re looking for leadership on this issue. Our leaders should learn from the success of the federal Child Tax Credit, and do their part to make sure more families can better afford the resources and services they need. That’s why Katie Hobbs is calling on Gov. Ducey and the Legislature to create a $250 state-level Child Tax Credit, to be phased out by a $100,000 household income cap. We need to help Arizona’s working families better afford diapers, school supplies, and clothing. And more families should finally be able to invest in their children without worrying whether they can afford to do so. Making diapers and baby formula tax-free: Arizona families know all too well just how expensive it can be to afford the necessary items to care for their young children. And when these items become unaffordable, parents and caregivers are left with some difficult choices. Studies have shown that children of color are disproportionately represented among children in poverty, and that children younger than age 5 experience higher poverty rates than other children. According to a recent study, 3 in 10 families end up reusing diapers to make ends meet. Children as young as five months go through nearly 250 diapers a month. And in the first year of a child’s life, baby formula costs can be as high as $1,500. All too often, deciding to buy diapers or formula can come at the expense of buying groceries or paying the electricity bill. That’s why Katie Hobbs is calling on Gov. Ducey and the Legislature to make diapers and baby formula exempt from sales and use taxes. While the legislature has considered bills to guarantee that diapers and baby formulas are exempt from sales taxes, these proposals have never been signed into law or implemented. It’s time that our government finally does what’s right for Arizona families. Ensuring kids have critical school supplies: Next school year, parents will have to purchase new or additional school supplies. And as families are held back by inflation, families will have to balance purchasing expensive school supplies along with other critical necessities to give children the resources they need to succeed. In fact, some families with school-age children will spend nearly $850 on school supplies in a year. That’s why Katie Hobbs is calling on Gov. Ducey and the Legislature to implement a sales and use tax holiday for school supplies. In addition to being the best place in the country to live, work and raise a family, Arizona should be the best place in the country to receive an education. As a member of the legislature, robust education funding was one of Katie’s top priorities, and she’s calling on our leaders to act with those same values today on behalf of Arizona’s working families. STRENGTHENING TRAINING FOR GOOD-PAYING JOBS Expanding opportunities in career and technical education: Any conversation around creating sustainable, good-paying jobs must come back to education. Until our children are receiving a world-class education, we will not be able to satisfy the ever-growing needs of Arizona’s employers. But it also works in the other direction — prospective employers will not commit to Arizona if they do not believe their workforce’s children will have quality local schools to choose from. Every single Arizonan deserves access to quality education, no matter where they live in our state. For many families, a certificate that leads to a good-paying job means just as much as any four-year degree. High school students should be exposed to different career opportunities as well as the paths they can follow to get there. Many of the in-demand and good-paying jobs are accessible to students who have an Associate’s degree, a specialized program certificate, or completion of an apprenticeship program. And Arizona can be a national leader in the innovation economy by creating jobs in good-paying industries such as healthcare and advanced manufacturing. To meet that goal, we need to empower everyday Arizonans to pursue the education that best suits their needs and Arizonans deserve assistance to up-skill into jobs that provide better pay and robust benefits, especially as they appreciate the unprecedented ability to so readily change jobs. It’s time for our leaders to prioritize additional resources for Arizonans to earn certifications through community colleges, technological educational districts, trade schools and apprenticeship programs. That’s why Katie Hobbs is calling on Gov. Ducey and the Legislature to implement a refundable tax credit for Arizonans who are pursuing career and technical education opportunities. Implementing this policy will provide relief for working families, grow our economy, and train our workforce not just for the jobs of today, but the opportunities of tomorrow as well. Arizona, and the United States, will be more competitive if we make this investment. Helping Arizonans get back to work: Arizona’s working families are the backbone of our economy. They have faced compounding challenges long before the pandemic, but COVID laid bare just how invisible and underappreciated child care efforts can be for so many families. As Arizonans benefit from the ability to readily change jobs, Katie wants to help ease the burden of child care. The high cost of child care continues to hold everyday families back, costing them $1.8 billion in economic output per year. Women especially have been burdened by child care needs, too often working full-time while taking care of children at home or simply choosing to not re-enter the workforce. Unfortunately, child care assistance was gutted nearly a decade ago and is temporarily being held up using short-term federal funds and has experienced large waitlists. In addition to dedicating new resources to expand the number of child care providers, we need to lower the cost of childcare for everyday families. That’s why Katie Hobbs is calling on Gov. Ducey and the Legislature to permanently expand child care assistance for Arizona’s working families. Working families deserve the support and dedication from their leaders that they have given to their communities and their state. PROTECTING THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF ARIZONA FAMILIES Making over-the-counter medication more affordable: From cold and flu medicines to fever and allergy relievers, over-the-counter (OTC) drugs play a key role in our health and well-being. In fact, they are our primary method of treating illnesses. According to one study, nearly 70 percent of parents rely on OTC medicines to treat a late-night medical issue for their children, and more than 80 percent of adults’ first attempts to treat minor ailments are these medicines. And while Americans go to their doctor an average of three times a year, they buy OTC medicines more than 25 times a year. Americans spent a record $36.5 billion purchasing over-the-counter drugs in 2020. An average household spends nearly $350 per year on these medicines. And the ability to afford these drugs could mean the difference between managing a mild cold and being hospitalized — which, for traditionally underserved populations, could mean depending more heavily on more expensive options for medical care. That’s why Katie Hobbs is calling on Gov. Ducey and the Legislature to exempt over-the-counter medicines from sales and use taxes. Arizona’s 1.3 million seniors, in particular, would benefit from implementing this policy. About 1 in 6 Americans over 65 report taking five or more over-the-counter medications, and they deserve to have more money in their pockets to afford the care they need. Nine states currently exempt over-the-counter drugs from sales tax. Arizona is not among those nine states. It’s time for our state to make it easier for working families and seniors to take care of their own health, so that they don’t have to worry about missing work, or whether their kids need to stay home from school. Ending unfair taxes on women: In 30 states, including Arizona, menstrual products are not exempt from sales taxes. A mother and two daughters can spend up to $50 per month on tampons and pads. And women of color are more likely to have difficulty paying for feminine hygiene products compared to white women. According to a recent study: Students do not think schools foster an environment in which they feel comfortable discussing periods or even attending class while they are on their periods. This stigma and lack of access can have a very real impact on a student’s education, especially for students of color and lower-income students who tend to be more impacted by lack of access to products. Simply put, this is an unfair tax on women, and it’s time that Arizona joined the growing list of states that have moved away from this discriminatory practice. That’s why Katie Hobbs is calling on Gov. Ducey and the Legislature to exempt feminine hygiene products from sales and use taxes. Legislation to exempt these products from state sales and use tax was introduced in January 2021, but it stalled in committee. Previously, this proposal has had bipartisan support. It’s time to bring this idea back. More than a dozen countries have taken this step. It’s time Arizona became a leader here at home on ending these discriminatory fees. CONCLUSION The steps laid out in this plan would make a noticeable difference for all working families in Arizona. Too many are caught between paying their bills and affording the necessities for their children and their health. Our leaders can and should act immediately to make sure Arizonans can put more money back into their pockets. But we know that this isn’t enough. That’s why in the coming weeks and months, Katie will be unveiling additional economic policy proposals to address the needs of all Arizonans. She has a track record of working across the aisle and getting the job done. The bottom line is Arizonans deserve a government that works for them.[5] |
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2018
Campaign website
Hobbs' campaign website stated the following:
A Champion for All Arizonans:
As Secretary of State, Katie will continue the fight to make every Arizonans' voice heard. The foundation of our democracy is the right to vote, and she will act to end the outrageously long lines and crippling incompetence that are preventing Arizonans from participating in our elections. She will fight to protect access to the ballot because that is the key to building the Arizona we want for our children and grandchildren. Especially in this moment, when our national politics have become dangerously polarized and divisive, our state officials should be dedicated to serving the best interests of the people of Arizona. Katie has worked to do just that throughout her life and, as Secretary of State, she is committed to continuing that mission.[7]
2012
Hobbs' campaign website listed the following issues:[8]
- Improving Arizona's schools
- Excerpt: "Katie Hobbs believes in funding our schools, not cutting them. She knows that small classroom sizes, quality teachers, and up-to-date schools are the key to our children's future success."
- Creating Jobs
- Excerpt: "The key to Arizona's success is quality, sustainable jobs. That's why Katie sponsored legislation to give preference to in state companies (HB2680) and why she's voted against the Republicans' massive corporate tax cuts and special interest giveaways."
- Equal opportunity for all
- Excerpt: "Whether it's fighting against the GOP's attack on women or protecting the rights of all of Arizona's citizens, Katie understands the importance of equality."
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2018
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In 2014, the 51st Arizona State Legislature was in session from January 13 to April 24.
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In 2013, the 51st Arizona State Legislature was in session from January 14 to June 14.
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Personal
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Hobbs and her husband, Pat, have two children.
See also
2022 Elections
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Footnotes
- ↑ Arizona Secretary of State, "About the Secretary Katie Hobbs," accessed June 22, 2022
- ↑ Arizona Secretary of State, "General election ," accessed September 9, 2016
- ↑ Arizona Secretary of State, "2016 official general election results," accessed November 11, 2016
- ↑ Arizona Secretary of State, "2016 Election Information - Primary Candidate List," accessed June 3, 2016
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Katie Hobbs for Governor, “Katie's Plans,” accessed June 22, 2022
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