Kathleen Marie Hobbs (born December 28, 1969) [1] [2] is an American politician and social worker serving as the 24th governor of Arizona since 2023. Hobbs is the first social worker to be elected governor of a U.S. state and is Arizona's fifth female governor.

1 hour ago · PHOENIX — Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs reiterated her desire for a 5% pay raise for troopers with the Arizona Department of Public Safety on Tuesday morning. The extra cash is well-deserved because ...

1 day ago · “Extremist legislators are weaponizing a routine part of budgeting to force ‘hurt’ for Arizonans with developmental disabilities and their caregivers,” said Governor Katie Hobbs. “They’re fighting to slash a program that provides essential services for Arizonans, helping them engage in their communities and achieve their dreams.

5 days ago · Phoenix, AZ – Since launching the Arizona Promise Tour, Governor Katie Hobbs has traveled across the state fighting for her legislative priorities that will restore the Arizona Promise and expand opportunity, security, and freedom for all. Governor Hobbs began the tour in southern Arizona, visiting the Tucson Electrical JATC, where the BuildItAZ Initiative has bolstered apprenticeship ...

Governor Katie Hobbs Releases Statement on Legislation to Make Voting Harder Governor Katie Hobbs, Arizona Business and Agricultural Leaders Highlight... WATCH: 2024 STATE OF THE …

Jan 13, 2025 · PHOENIX — Arizona Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs knows she is outnumbered this legislative session since Republicans expanded their majorities in the statehouse after the last election.

Jan 13, 2025 · Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs outlined her plans to make life more affordable for Arizona families in her third State of the State speech on Monday. The annual speech to lawmakers at the Capitol...

Jan 30, 2025 · Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs' chief budget adviser, Sarah Brown, has resigned. Brown said in her resignation letter she wanted to focus on other parts of her life. Brown's tenure was marked by...

Jan 17, 2025 · PHOENIX — Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs released her 2026 fiscal year budget proposal on Friday and it contained a school voucher program overhaul that would save the state an estimated $150 million.

Jan 13, 2025 · PHOENIX — Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs hit on a number of topics, including border, housing and water, during her annual State of the State address on Monday. Hobbs, a Democrat, outlined how she ...