top of page
Search
Writer's pictureArizona Senate Republicans

Lawmakers Respond to Arizona League of Cities and Towns Executive Director's Refusal to Negotiate on Housing Solutions

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                             

Wednesday, March 13, 2024 

 



Lawmakers Respond to Arizona League of Cities and Towns Executive Director's Refusal to Negotiate on Housing Solutions,

Including Arizona Starter Homes Act

 

PHOENIX, ARIZONA— After passing historic bipartisan legislation to bring homeownership opportunities to working Arizonans, the Executive Director of the Arizona League of Cities and Towns issued the following statement, which was published in multiple media sources:

 

[League Executive Director] Belshe acknowledged that his organization has refused to even negotiate any state-mandated changes in how many homes can be built on a property and associated issues like setbacks.

 

"Zoning is something that we cannot support," he said. "And we told them from the beginning."

 

In response to Director Tom Belshe, five lawmakers issued the following statements:

 

"The Governor is out of excuses to not sign this bill," said Senate President Warren Petersen. "The League just made their intentions clear. The Governor needs to do the right thing here to make housing more affordable and stand up to the League lobbyists whose only objective is to ensure nothing gets done at the legislature."

 

"The League wants status quo, and this admission is proof. Clearly status quo isn’t working when the Governor’s own administration says we are 270,000 housing units short," said Senate Majority Leader Sonny Borrelli. "Let’s see who the Governor picks: the League who created this mess, or the thousands of Arizonans who are locked out of housing and the American dream."

 

"Your home is your sacred place. It’s where you raise your family and care for your elders," said Senator Theresa Hatathlie. "I’m tired of the League and their lobbyists who come here, year after year, to deny these opportunities for the people that I represent. Enough is enough. Please sign the Arizona Starter Homes Act, Governor."

 

"We have been working with stakeholders on housing for over three years, trying to bring solutions to help Arizonans live out their American dream," said House Majority Leader Leo Biasiucci. "We have reached out to the League multiple times throughout negotiations and were told repeatedly that they would not negotiate this bill."

 

"The Arizona Starter Homes Act is the only bill that provides homeownership opportunities to my community," said Representative Analise Ortiz. "The League’s unwillingness to negotiate on this bill from day one has been a slap in the face to all of our working-class families, including teachers, firefighters, and service industry workers. I’m tired of the League's inaction that's hurting my community and just kicking the can down the road."

 

HB 2570, known as the Arizona Starter Homes Act, passed the Legislature with broad bipartisan support and was transmitted to Governor Hobbs for signature earlier this week.


###

For more information, contact:

Kim Quintero

Director of Communications | Arizona State Senate Republican Caucus

108 views4 comments

4 kommenttia


Vansh Sharma
Vansh Sharma
27. syysk.

You can enjoy a wide variety of Escorts In The Park CP with our call girls, ranging from dinner dates, intimacy, adult entertainment, companionship, and so forth.

Tykkää

Neha Dutt
Neha Dutt
24. syysk.

When considering hiring an escort in Goa, a client's first concern, regardless of who's doing the hiring, is security. Escort in Goa service ensures safety for its clients and their escorted counterparts alike, with all meetings taking place in a safe environment. Checks of backgrounds are most commonly done in order to ensure each party's safety.

Tykkää

Soniya Singhania
Soniya Singhania
07. syysk.

Independent Nehru place Escorts provide professional companionship services to discerning clients in the bustling satellite city of New Nehru place. These escorts offer a range of experiences tailored to meet individual preferences and desires.

Tykkää

Catherine Barrett
Catherine Barrett
01. huhtik.

Embark on a journey of excitement and golden crown casino no deposit bonus rewards with Golden Crown Casino! Knowledge Park Rock Hill presents a comprehensive guide to Golden Crown Casino's no deposit bonus for Australian players, allowing you to unleash your winning streak. Explore a wide range of thrilling casino games, from slots to table games, and experience top-notch entertainment in a secure online environment. With valuable insights and tips provided in this guide, you'll be equipped to make the most of your gaming experience at Golden Crown Casino. Take advantage of the no deposit bonus and dive into the world of online gaming with confidence and excitement!

Tykkää
bottom of page