Governor Doug Ducey today welcomed a new manufacturing company to Arizona by traveling to Prescott for the grand opening of its new headquarters after relocating from California. CP Technologies is expected to create more than 200 jobs over the next two years and have additional economic impacts on Yavapai County. “Arizona’s manufacturers produce vital resources for a variety of industries and create thousands of jobs in the state,” said Governor Ducey. “CP Technologies could have chosen … [Read more...] about Governor Attends CP Technologies Grand Opening In Prescott
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Governor Ducey Signs Historic Water Protection Legislation
Governor Doug Ducey today signed legislation to ensure clean water in nearly 800 Arizona streams, lakes and rivers that are critical for drinking, fishing and recreation. “Living in the desert, the value of water is something we in Arizona know well, and we have taken great steps to protect it, including the Groundwater Management Act and the Drought Contingency Plan,” said Governor Ducey. “But just having water is not enough. We need to ensure our water supplies are clean and safe. That’s … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Signs Historic Water Protection Legislation
Governor Ducey Signs Legislation To Dramatically Expand Telehealth
Governor Doug Ducey today signed legislation to dramatically expand telemedicine in Arizona and provide greater opportunities for accessible medical services, fulfilling a priority of his 2021 State of the State Address. “Ensuring Arizonans have access to safe and reliable medical services is a top priority,” said Governor Ducey. “Telehealth expands access to medical services for low-income families and those living in rural areas, protects vulnerable populations, and allows snowbirds … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Signs Legislation To Dramatically Expand Telehealth
Ducey Signs Legislation To Protect Arizonans From Frivolous Lawsuits
Governor Doug Ducey today signed legislation to ensure Arizonans acting in good faith during the COVID-19 pandemic are protected against frivolous civil claims. Health care professionals, businesses, schools, nonprofits, governments, religious institutions, and property owners are among the entities to which the legislation applies. “Arizona’s health care professionals and others on the front lines have worked day and night this last year to protect sick individuals and vulnerable … [Read more...] about Ducey Signs Legislation To Protect Arizonans From Frivolous Lawsuits
As Cases Decline, Ducey Eases Restrictions On Elective Surgeries And Long-Term Care Facilities
Governor Doug Ducey today rescinded three Executive Orders issued during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic: “With nearly three and a half million vaccine doses administered across Arizona, we’re on track to fighting off the pandemic and returning to normal,” said Governor Ducey. “At the beginning of the pandemic, we took necessary measures to protect vulnerable populations and all Arizonans. Now the vaccine is out far and wide, and we have much better knowledge of the virus than we did … [Read more...] about As Cases Decline, Ducey Eases Restrictions On Elective Surgeries And Long-Term Care Facilities
Governor Ducey Announces Next Phase Of Business And Safety Protocols
Governor Doug Ducey today announced the next phase of COVID-19 mitigation. With cases dropping in Arizona, and vaccine distribution underway, it’s still important to keep our guard up, and these protocols reflect that approach. The announcement follows 7 weeks of declining cases in Arizona, and the distribution of more than 2 million vaccines. The following changes are reflected in a new Executive Order from Governor Ducey: For businesses, physical distancing and mask protocols will … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Announces Next Phase Of Business And Safety Protocols
Governor Ducey Issues Executive Order Requiring Schools To Offer In-Person Learning
Following discussions with public school leaders, and in accordance with new guidance from the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Governor Doug Ducey today issued a new Executive Order returning schools to in-person, teacher-led instruction. According to metrics developed by the CDC, 12 of Arizona’s 15 counties are in phases where all schools are safe to open, including in the state’s two largest counties, Maricopa and Pima. “Arizona’s students need to be back in the … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Issues Executive Order Requiring Schools To Offer In-Person Learning
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 resulting in greater employment opportunities for existing residents and newcomers. Arizona is resilient — and these job projections prove it,” said Governor Doug Ducey. According to the report, … [Read more...] about Arizona To Add 325,000+ Jobs
Ducey Issues Executive Order To Ensure Students Stay On Track
Governor Doug Ducey today signed an Executive Order directing the State Board of Education to study student assessment data and identify the learning loss that occurred during the pandemic so students and families can get the support they need. The issuance of the order followed the Governor’s signing of House Bill (HB) 2402, which ensures students continue to be evaluated and provides flexibility around the state’s school grading system. “This will ensure we continue to have … [Read more...] about Ducey Issues Executive Order To Ensure Students Stay On Track
Governor Ducey Issues Advisory To Accelerate COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution
Governor Doug Ducey today issued an advisory to accelerate the statewide distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine and move doses of vaccine to where they can be rapidly administered to the Arizonans. “The COVID-19 vaccination is our best shot at returning to life as it should be. Over the last two weeks, the COVID-19 vaccination site at State Farm Stadium has become a national model for vaccine administration,” said Governor Ducey. “With adequate vaccine doses, we can build on this success, both at … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Issues Advisory To Accelerate COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution
