Recent News About Governor Doug Ducey

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Johnson appointed to Pima County Superior Court

Kellie Johnson has been appointed to the Pima County Superior Court by Gov. Doug Ducey

Arizona's hotel industry outranks national average for industry

Arizona’s hotel industry has surpassed the national average in every performance indicator for 2016.

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport to receive boost with Constant Aviation

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport in Mesa will soon house a full-service maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) base with the addition of Constant Aviation, representing an economic enhancement for Arizona with a $12.5 million investment creating 200 jobs.

Arizona budget props adoption, fostering

With child safety a strong priority, Gov. Doug Ducey’s signoff on Arizona’s 2018 budget will serve to enhance adoption, child safety and foster care throughout the state, protecting at-risk individuals with authorized upgrades.

Arizona steps up to protect student privacy

In signing legislation that protects students' personal information, Gov. Doug Ducey added Arizona to a list of more than 38 other states that have passed similar privacy laws.

Local group advocates for school funding proposal

Local leaders are advocating for Gov. Doug Ducey's proposal for results-based funding for Arizona schools ahead of final negotiations over the state budget.

Ducey welcomes Uber self-driving car tests in Arizona

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey said recently that he welcomes Uber's decision to test its self-driving cars in Arizona instead of California.

Vector Space Systems brings manufacturing facility to Pima County

Vector Space Systems, a micro-satellite space launch company based in Tucson, is locating its manufacturing facility in the Pima County Aerospace, Defense and Technology Business & Research Park.

Governor signs anti-lobbyist executive order

The governor signed executive order #2016-05 this week in an effort to protect taxpayers and reduce the influence of special interests at the state capitol.

Arizona committed to upping trade with Mexico

Arizona is working to ensure the state is Mexico’s preferred business partner, according to the Arizona-Mexico Commission (AMC) , the state commission charged with forging trade ties along the border.

Ducey lists efforts to make Arizona a leader in the sharing economy

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey's office recently released a report titled "Six Reasons Arizona Leads in the Sharing Economy."

Drought conditions in Arizona projected for 17th straight year

Arizona-based experts on long-term weather forecasting, water-supply outlooks and forest health said last week they expect the balance of the year will be dry for a 17th year of drought conditions.

Ducey extends moratorium on rulemaking to aid Arizona businesses

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey recently renewed Executive Order 2016-03 to prevent state agencies from making new regulatory rules, extending the moratorium until Dec. 31. Ducey said he hopes renewal of the order facilitates the ease of job creation within the state.

Ducey’s administration ‘innovating’ economic development with data-driven reform

Effectively consolidating disparate government offices, legislation recently introduced in the Arizona House of Representatives to boost economic development by State Rep. Karen Fann will create the Governor’s Economic Opportunity Office (GEOO), designed to simplify job creation.

Andy Tobin to lead Arizona Department of Insurance

Former House Speaker recently served as director of state's Department of Weights and Measures.

Gov. Ducey reveals Medicaid modernization via AHCCCS CARE Program

Gov. Doug Ducey announced his AHCCCS CARE plan today in Phoenix to ensure choice, accountability, responsibility and engagement in an effort to update the state’s Medicaid program, protect taxpayers and promote affordable quality healthcare.