The Governor’s Office is joining the rest of the state in rooting on the Phoenix Suns, who are playing the Bucks in Game 5 at home tomorrow. Rally the Valley!
Before you kickoff your game day festivities tomorrow, see below for the latest on another busy week in the Governor’s Office. We’re investing in tourism, calling for stronger border security, investing in the Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund and more. Governor Ducey Unveils Banner Supporting Phoenix Suns At Capitol
The banner will hang from the Arizona State Capitol Executive Tower through the end of the Finals. It can be seen from the east side of the Capitol complex from downtown Phoenix. The Capitol dome is also lit at sundown in the Phoenix Suns team colors of purple and orange.Governor Ducey Invests In Tourism For Continued Economic Recovery
Governor Ducey this week announced $101.1 million in federal American Rescue Plan funding to launch the Visit Arizona Initiative, a bold program designed to increase visitation and tourism spending in Arizona, bolster job creation and accelerate economic recovery. US News & World Report: Ducey Uses Federal Pandemic Cash To Promote Arizona Tourism
“Examples of planned funding uses include destination and travel marketing, local programs and events, state park improvements, Arizona State Fair marketing and a workplace initiative for the hospitality industry, Ducey’s statement said.”Arizona Republic Op-Ed: Never Mind The Haters, Arizona. More Boom Times Are Ahead, Thanks To Ducey’s Bold Tax Cuts
“Most important was a critical reform in job licensing. Arizona passed first-in-the-nation occupational licensing reform, recognizing out-of-state licenses as valid for workers here in the desert. In a stroke we eliminated bottlenecks in the labor markets.”PRIMER: Governor Ducey, Legislature Advance Reform Agenda
With the completion of the legislative session and all bills officially off Governor Ducey’s desk, a highlight of some impactful reforms enacted that will benefit Arizonans in every corner of the state can be found HERE.Governor Ducey Urges Homeland Security, CDC To Maintain Restrictions At The Border
The Governor is urging Secretary Mayorkas and Director Walensky not to lift a public health rule known as Title 42, which allows federal officials to prohibit the entry of those who potentially pose a health risk, including COVID-19. Governor Ducey Sends Letter To Arizona Congressional Delegation Urging Continuation Of Title 42 Protections At The Border
“I am writing to you today to share details of the impact this dangerous and misguided idea would have on Arizona and to request your assistance on behalf of the people of Arizona in urging the Biden administration to maintain these critical protections,” the Governor wrote.Governor Ducey Issues Declaration Of Emergency In Response To Flooding In Coconino County
Rain fall in areas of Northern Arizona that have significant burn scars from the 2019 Museum Fire has resulted in flash flooding that has caused road closures and damaged private property, roadway and drainage systems. In response, Governor Ducey issued a Declaration of Emergency, making up to $200,000 available for response efforts.Governor Ducey Deposits $759 Million In Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund
In partnership with the Arizona Legislature, Governor Ducey deposited $759M of the American Rescue Plan in the Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund to further protect Arizona’s job creators from a tax increase while ensuring that resources are there for those who need them.Governor Ducey Names Northern Arizona University Student To Arizona Board Of Regents
Governor Ducey named Rachel Kanyur the next student regent on the Arizona Board of Regents. Kanyur is a sophomore with a 4.0 GPA at Northern Arizona University studying exercise science.FacebookTwitterInstagramWebsiteCopyright © 2021 Governor’s Office, All rights reserved.
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