Gov. Hobbs Vetoes Arizona ICE Act, Other Bills

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed the Republican-backed Arizona ICE Act, which would have required state and local officials to comply with federal immigration detainer requests and cooperate with ICE. She argued that immigration enforcement should remain a federal responsibility and opposed state-mandated compliance with federal directives. Supporters said the bill would enable safer and more efficient custody transfers, while opponents warned of potential costs, harm to community trust, and legal risks referencing past racial profiling cases. In addition to the Arizona ICE Act, Hobbs recently vetoed Republican bills related to water regulation, food stamp eligibility checks, and partisan school board elections. She also signed legislation increasing oversight of sober living homes and ending immunity for agencies that fail to conduct background checks. The actions underscore ongoing partisan divides in Arizona and Hobbs's approach to public safety and social services.