Arizona and Idaho Governors Take Separate Legislative Actions

In early April 2026, two separate state governors took distinct legislative actions in their respective states. In Arizona, Governor Katie Hobbs signed several bills and vetoed nearly 20 others as part of ongoing legislative activity reported around April 13, 2026. In Idaho, Governor Brad Little issued a statement around April 2, 2026, as the state legislature adjourned its 2026 session, addressing his budget proposal. According to the Office of Arizona Governor, Hobbs signed SB 1107, which establishes alternative pathways for peace officer certification, and SB 1123, concerning medical examiners. The same source reported that Hobbs vetoed close to 20 bills, including SB1024, SB1078, SB1142, HB2026, and HB2031, with the office noting that many of the vetoed measures were substantially similar to bills she had rejected previously. In Idaho, according to the Idaho Governor's Office, Little characterized the legislature's budget decisions as consistent with his 'Enduring Idaho' plan, which prioritized fiscal responsibility, public school funding, water and transportation infrastructure investments, and public safety spending. Little's office stated the legislature adhered to this framework despite what it described as difficult budget decisions. Both reports originate solely from the respective governors' offices, meaning the specific vetoed and signed bills in Arizona and the detailed budget figures in Idaho have not been independently corroborated by additional sources. It remains unresolved which additional bills beyond those named were included in Hobbs's vetoes, and no specific dollar figures or line-item details from Little's budget plan were provided in available reporting. There is no indication of further legislative or gubernatorial action expected in either state beyond what has already occurred, based on the information provided.