Personal income in Arizona rose last year at a rate faster than nearly any state in the country, according to new estimates from the Bureau of Economic Analysis. With a personal income growth rate of 8.4%, Arizona tied with Montana for the fastest rate of growth in personal income in … [Read more...] about Arizona Leads Nation In Personal Income Growth
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Arizona To Add 325,000+ Jobs
A new report released by the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity is projecting strong job growth in the state over the next two years, with the largest gains happening in sectors hit hardest by the pandemic. “Families and businesses from across the nation continue to choose Arizona, and it’s … [Read more...] about Arizona To Add 325,000+ Jobs
AZ Resilient: Connected Arizona
Governor Doug Ducey is urging the Legislature to strongly support his proposal to invest more than $40 million in a dramatic expansion of broadband in rural Arizona. “Reliable, high-speed internet is crucial for health care, public safety, education and economic development,” said Governor Ducey. … [Read more...] about AZ Resilient: Connected Arizona
Governor Ducey Provides Additional Funding To Support Local Restaurants
Governor Doug Ducey today announced an additional $2 million to further help local restaurants and other dining establishments expand outdoor dining, protect patrons and staff, and limit the spread of COVID-19. “Arizona restaurant owners and their employees have worked diligently to serve patrons … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Provides Additional Funding To Support Local Restaurants
Recreational Marijuana Set to Change the Business Landscape
With local elections behind us, Chino Valley Town Councilman-elect Eric Granillo has a lot on his mind. The top vote-getter in last month’s general election said he is looking forward to serving local residents, having been born and raised in the Quad Cities area. Granillo also is an … [Read more...] about Recreational Marijuana Set to Change the Business Landscape
AMA, Rental Property Owners Disappointed As AZ Supreme Court Declines to Review State’s Eviction Order
The Arizona Multihousing Association (AMA) and thousands of struggling rental housing owners expressed deep disappointment today at news that the Arizona Supreme Court has refused to hear a special action seeking to invalidate the Executive Order delaying evictions. In declining to hear the … [Read more...] about AMA, Rental Property Owners Disappointed As AZ Supreme Court Declines to Review State’s Eviction Order
New Report: Arizona Ranks Third For Economic Momentum
Arizona is ranked third best in the nation for economic momentum, based on a new report by State Policy Reports. The report ranks states’ economic momentum based on growth in personal income, employment and population. Arizona ranked in the top four for employment growth and population growth. … [Read more...] about New Report: Arizona Ranks Third For Economic Momentum
Arizona Adds Nearly 80,000 Jobs In August, Unemployment Drops To 5.9%
Arizona’s economy posted strong gains in August, adding nearly 80,000 jobs over the month. The state’s unemployment rate dropped to 5.9%, down from 10.7% in July and lower than the U.S. overall rate of 8.4%. During August, the private sector in Arizona recorded a gain of 30,400 jobs, which is … [Read more...] about Arizona Adds Nearly 80,000 Jobs In August, Unemployment Drops To 5.9%
Sinema Urges Agriculture Department to Support Native American and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers in Arizona
Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema urged the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to support Native American and veteran farmers and ranchers in Arizona by correctly utilizing resources for a beneficial federal program. The Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers … [Read more...] about Sinema Urges Agriculture Department to Support Native American and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers in Arizona
Reports Says Arizona Relies Heavily on Trade with Mexico
Arizona rates second among the states that would be most impacted if a trade battle were to unfold with Mexico. So predicts WalletHub, a personal finance website, which analyzed all 50 states and the District of Columbia across five categories of exports, imports and jobs. Incurring an overall score … [Read more...] about Reports Says Arizona Relies Heavily on Trade with Mexico
