Arizona Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed S.B. 1109, a bill aimed at restricting land ownership by Chinese government-linked entities near strategic assets like military bases. Hobbs defended her veto by stating the bill was 'ineffective at counter-espionage' and lacked 'clear implementation criteria.' However, critics, including State Senate Majority Leader Janae Shamp and conservative group State Armor Action, condemned the veto as a national security risk, arguing it leaves Arizona vulnerable to Chinese influence and espionage.
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Arizona Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed S.B. 1109, a bill aimed at restricting land ownership by Chinese government-linked entities near strategic assets like military bases. Hobbs defended her veto by stating the bill was 'ineffective at counter-espionage' and lacked 'clear implementation criteria.' However, critics, including State Senate Majority Leader Janae Shamp and conservative group State Armor Action, condemned the veto as a national security risk, arguing it leaves Arizona vulnerable to Chinese influence and espionage.
Trending- 1 Tuesday (June 3, 2025): Arizona Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed S.B. 1109.
- 2 March 17 (2025): 27 states were considering 84 bills aimed at restricting foreign property ownership.
- 3 2024: 17 states passed bills restricting foreign property ownership into law.
- Backlash against Governor Hobbs
- Continued debate over Chinese land ownership and national security
- Potential for the Arizona legislature to override the veto
- Ongoing efforts in other states and Congress to address similar concerns
What: Arizona Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed S.B. 1109, a bill that would have prohibited Chinese government-linked entities from owning 30% or more stake in Arizona property, particularly near military bases and critical infrastructure.
When: Hobbs vetoed the bill on Tuesday (presumably June 3, 2025). The article mentions her being up for reelection this year. The bill went through a bipartisan amendment process. As of March 17, 27 states were considering 84 bills on foreign property ownership, and 22 states had passed such bills in 2024.
Where: Arizona (specifically near Luke Air Force Base, Palo Verde nuclear power plant, Taiwan Semiconductor's fabrication footprint). Other states in the US, Ukraine, Russia.
Why: The bill aimed to address national security concerns regarding Chinese investment in land near strategic US assets. Hobbs vetoed it, citing ineffectiveness and lack of clear implementation, while critics argue it's a critical measure against potential espionage and influence.
How: Governor Hobbs exercised her veto power. The Arizona legislature can still override the veto. The bill had undergone bipartisan amendments to address concerns about discrimination.