State and Federal Programs

Every year, the Arizona Legislature considers thousands of bills and amendments, many of which impact city operations. Government Relations coordinates city department review of each bill and amendment and works before and during session to inform legislators, legislative staff, the governor’s office and interested stakeholders regarding those impacts.

The Mayor and City Council approve a state agenda that defines the City’s legislative priorities and guides the City’s lobbying activities at the state level.

Every December, the Mayor and City Council approve a federal agenda that defines the City’s federal legislative and regulatory priorities and guides the City’s federal lobbying activities. Government Relations works with the City's contract lobbyists in Washington, D.C. to implement the approved federal agenda, briefing the Mayor and City Council throughout the session to seek direction regarding important bills, amendments and developments.