Gallego's Smart Water Bill

Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) is introducing bipartisan legislation aimed at encouraging innovation of "smart" water technology.

Specifically, Sen. Gallego's Water Infrastructure Modernization Act authorizes $50 million in grants for communities to develop and invest in tech that detects and tracks water loss and leaks, calculates pipe integrity, improves storage methods, and prepares for extreme weather.

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Governor Katie Hobbs: I was glad to meet today with @SecretaryBurgum. We both agreed to work together to combat the Dragon Bravo Fire and rebuild from the destruction. The Secretary also committed to an independent review of the decisions made during the Dragon Bravo Fire containment process. This accountability is essential as we work to ensure a tragedy like this never happens again.

AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes: Organized retail crime isn’t just about stolen merchandise—it’s about criminal networks exploiting communities, threatening workers, and driving up costs for families. Those who defraud businesses will face serious consequences in our state.

State Representative Michele Pena: Daniel Butierrez, you did it! Winning in Congressional District 7 is no easy feat — it’s a tough region to break through. Congratulations on your well-earned victory! Now the real work begins, and you have my full support every step of the way.

State Representative Nick Kupper: Stupid quote of the day: “Maybe we’re not ready for starter homes and home ownership just yet in Arizona.” -Lobbyist talking about his failed bill Yeah, because nobody owns a home in AZ…

State Representative Walt Blackman: It’s troubling that Congress recessed just as the nation stood on the verge of long-overdue transparency. The bipartisan push to release the Epstein files isn’t about politics—it’s about trust, justice, and the public’s right to know. Pausing now sends the wrong message. At a time when confidence in government is already fragile, choosing delay over disclosure risks deepening public skepticism. We elect our leaders to act with courage, not caution, especially when the stakes involve accountability and the integrity of our institutions. I urge Congress to treat this matter with the seriousness it demands when they return. The American people are watching—and waiting.

Gallego Introduces Bipartisan Bill Encouraging Smart Water Innovation— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich

Governor Hobbs Secures Key Endorsement from EMILY's List for Reelection Campaign— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Today, EMILY's List, a well-known national group that works to elect pro-choice Democratic women to government, endorsed Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs, giving her reelection campaign a major boost.

Mexican Gray Wolves vs. Rural Livelihoods: Cochise County Takes a Stand— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Cochise County supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to challenge Arizona's Mexican Gray Wolf reintroduction program, demanding major changes after a wolf pack was removed for killing local cattle.

Former Allies Turn Against Senator Gallego Over Transgender Sports Stance— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Former allies of U.S. Senator Rubén Gallego withdrew their support and questioned the Democrat's commitment to transgender rights after Gallego recently announced that transgender athletes should not play in school sports that correspond with their gender identity.

Stanton Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Make Self-Driving Cars More Accessible to Disabled Passengers— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representatives Greg Stanton (D-AZ) and Brian Mast (R-FL) have introduced bipartisan legislation to make autonomous vehicles (self-driving cars) more accessible to disabled passengers.

Crane Reiterates Drone Threat as Mass Gathering Events in US Loom— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Eli Crane (R-AZ) reiterated the threat posed by drones at mass gathering events, such as the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympics, which will be held in the United States, as the threat grows closer, during a recent hearing of the House Homeland Security Committee.

Nogales Police Endorsement Strengthens Robson's Campaign— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— With the announcement of the Nogales Police Officers Association's (NPOA) support for the Republican candidate, Karrin Taylor Robson has gained yet another important endorsement from law enforcement in her gubernatorial campaign.

Election 2026: Jonathan Nez Challenges Eli Crane— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez has confirmed his plans to seek Arizona's 2nd Congressional District seat again in 2026, following his unsuccessful campaign against current Republican Representative Eli Crane in the November 2024 election.

Hamadeh Calls for Peace in Syria After Sectarian Violence Surges— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ) issued a statement calling for the end of sectarian violence in Syria after sectarian violence surged near Israel, which prompted intervention from the Israelis.

Lawmakers Demand Answers After Iranian Cyberattack Infiltrates Arizona Election Site— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Arizona lawmakers are pressing for greater accountability following a recent cyberattack that compromised the state's public-facing candidate information system. The breach has ignited debates over election infrastructure security and transparency in the aftermath of politically charged defacement.

The Snakebite is written by Grayson Bakich and Javier Manjarres