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. Arizona is tied for third with Montana. “Arizona’s economy was one of the hottest in the nation going into the pandemic,” said Governor Ducey. “As we follow commonsense guidance to keep people safe and … [Read more...] about New Report: Arizona Ranks Third For Economic Momentum
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Arizona Leads West In Income Growth
Arizona’s median household income rose by 15.2% over the latest three-year recording period, according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. That was the highest growth among western and mountain states, and higher than Texas and Florida. The Census data, which compares income growth averaged between 2014-2016 and 2017-2019, indicates that the median household income in Arizona rose by more than $8,600. In addition, last year, Arizona’s total personal income rose by 5%, the fifth strongest … [Read more...] about Arizona Leads West In Income Growth
Arizona Awarded $1.5 Million To Expand Adoption Efforts
Governor Doug Ducey today announced Arizona received a $1.49 million Adoption and Legal Guardianship Incentive Award from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to help more Arizona kids find safe, loving homes. Funding through the Adoption and Legal Guardianship Incentive Payments program is awarded based on the number of children and youth in foster care that are connected to permanent homes through adoption and legal guardianship, with states receiving more funding as more children … [Read more...] about Arizona Awarded $1.5 Million To Expand Adoption Efforts
Governor Ducey Issues Executive Order Delaying Expiration Of Driver Licenses
As Arizona continues to take proactive measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, Governor Ducey today issued an Executive Order deferring requirements to renew standard driver licenses that have an expiration date between March 1, 2020 and December 31, 2020 by one year from their original expiration date. This action will minimize in-person visits to Arizona Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) Offices and help contain the spread of COVID-19. “Arizona continues to focus on proactive steps to … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Issues Executive Order Delaying Expiration Of Driver Licenses
Governor Ducey Extends COVID-19 Eviction Protections; Expands Rental Assistance Access
Governor Doug Ducey today signed an Executive Order extending a moratorium on residential evictions until October 31, 2020, providing continued protections for renters who are facing economic hardship as a result of COVID-19. The order ensures renters impacted by COVID-19 will be able to stay in their homes while extending the time to access rental assistance programs. Additionally, the Governor is allocating $650,000 to Community Action Agencies for additional staff to process rental … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Extends COVID-19 Eviction Protections; Expands Rental Assistance Access
Arizona Officials Not Concerned By Negative COVID-19 Trends
In a press conference on Thursday, Arizona officials relayed the message that they are not concerned about the increase in the positive cases despite what appears to be multiple negative trends in the state’s coronavirus cases. In the press conference, Gov. Doug Ducey and Health Director Dr. Cara Christ relayed that the recent rises in new COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and positive test percentages aren’t unexpected or reason for concern. This week, the state reported more than 1,100 … [Read more...] about Arizona Officials Not Concerned By Negative COVID-19 Trends
Arizona Making Progress Towards Reopening, Want Schools and Camps Open
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey said Wednesday that the state will remain in the first phase of reopening and is seeing good progress in recovering from the coronavirus outbreak. Ducey pointed to a decrease in positive test percentages and increased testing numbers in the days since Arizona moved away from its “stay-at-home” order and into the first phase of reopening. Arizona’s positive COVID-19 test percentage dropped to 3% on Sunday, according to state data. “Today we remain safely and … [Read more...] about Arizona Making Progress Towards Reopening, Want Schools and Camps Open
Governor Ducey Issues Updated Guidance For Restaurants, Coffee Shops, Barbers And Cosmetologists
Following continued positive data trends, Governor Doug Ducey today announced the next steps Arizona will take to gradually reenergize the economy. The Governor issued an Executive Order allowing cosmetologists and barber shops to resume appointment-based services this Friday, May 8 and restaurants and coffee shops to resume dine-in services with physical distancing measures on Monday, May 11. The Governor’s Office also released additional guidelines to keep customers and employees safe. In … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Issues Updated Guidance For Restaurants, Coffee Shops, Barbers And Cosmetologists
Governor Ducey Issues New Guidance On Elective Surgeries
With hospitals reporting increased availability of personal protective equipment (PPE) and bed capacity, Governor Ducey today issued an Executive Order removing restrictions on conducting elective surgeries for hospitals, health care facilities and providers that meet certain preparedness criteria. Under the new order, hospitals, dental offices and other health facilities can resume conducting elective surgeries on May 1 if they can show they have implemented measures intended to keep health … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Issues New Guidance On Elective Surgeries
Governor Ducey Issues Executive Order Providing Flexibility On Packaging And Labeling Rules For Local Restaurants
Governor Doug Ducey today issued an Executive Order allowing Arizona restaurants to repackage and sell grocery items they have on hand, including items not normally packaged and labeled for resale. Governor Ducey’s order comes in the wake of the Food and Drug Administration’s recent decision to provide temporary flexibility for nutrition labeling of packaged food. “Even with dine-in and carry-out options still available to patrons, many Arizona restaurants are struggling due to COVID-19,” … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Issues Executive Order Providing Flexibility On Packaging And Labeling Rules For Local Restaurants