Former state Sen. Rusty Bowers, a former House speaker who spent 30 years in or around state government, said Arizona has never before experienced a state shutdown. "That's a big deal," he said.

Arizona faces a potential government shutdown if a budget isn't passed by June 30. Critical services, including prisons and healthcare, are expected to continue operating even in a shutdown.

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Arizona House Republicans passed a "skinny" budget on June 24, days ahead of a government shutdown. Gov. Katie Hobbs has vowed to veto the budget, calling it a "farce." ...

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Arizona House leaders are trying to blame a state government shutdown on Gov. Katie Hobbs, despite refusing to negotiate with her on the budget.

Despite Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs’ promise to veto it, the Republican-led Arizona House passed a continuation budget Tuesday night in an effort to avoid a government shutdown.

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Arizona faces a potential government shutdown if a budget isn't passed by June 30. Critical services, including prisons and healthcare, are expected to continue operating even in a shutdown. Less ...

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