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Arizona Gov. Hobbs Vetoes Bill Banning China From Owning Land in State
- On June 2, Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed Senate Bill 1109, which sought to prevent the Chinese government and its entities from holding ownership of land within the state.
- The bill was approved by both legislative chambers with support from Republicans and several Democrats, seeking to restrict Chinese government entities from holding ownership stakes of 30 percent or higher in real estate within Arizona.
- Supporters said the bill protected military bases like Luke Air Force Base from espionage, while Hobbs argued it lacked clear enforcement and was ineffective against spying.
- Shamp stated that representatives of the Chinese government, considered a threat, attempted to rent properties close to Luke Air Force Base, while Hobbs cautioned that the legislation might lead to inconsistent or unfair application.
- The veto means Arizona will not join states banning Chinese land purchases, leaving concerns over national security protections and property restrictions unresolved.
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