Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs delivers state of the state address in Yuma

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) - Arizona governor Katie Hobbs delivered here state of the state address Thursday in Yuma. Hobbs discussed topics like affordability, water issues, education, and the border.

"Affordability is my top priority, and I'm encouraged that it's for legislators as well. I've asked the legislature to put the middle class tax cuts package on my desk immediately. I will sign it," said Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs.

Several local leaders were in attendance at the Yuma Civic Center to hear her speech.

"The legislation from Phoenix is coming down to Yuma. It shows that that we are being heard, and now it's our job as local representatives to make sure that our voices are continuing being heard down at the state level," said Yuma council member Art Morales.

Hobbs announced how she plans to protect the water supply in the state.

"That's why I announced a new active management area for La Paz County to crack down on the out-of-state special interests that are pumping our state drive while Arizona families and farmers suffer," said Hobbs.

She also has plans to support and grow Yuma County.

"With the Yuma County Middle Mile Project, we're establishing a high capacity broadband backbone, making an impact that supports real time data collection, autonomous equipment, and remote sensing for next gen farming," said Hobbs.

She shares what message she hopes locals walk away with.

"I just hope the folks in Yuma and that region see how important rural communities continue to be in my administration, and that we will keep working together to move forward."

If you’d like to watch her entire address, you can find the live stream here on our website.