She emphasized local leaders nominating to key posts in the administration.

YUMA, Arizona (KECY, KYMA) – Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs highlighted recent local victories in her first State of the Union address in Yuma.

Yuma’s speech focused on water, immigration and housing.

“Yuma will thrive for generations to come,” said Governor Hobbes.

Governor Hobbes said Yuma is strong.

But her visit came on the heels of an executive order barring county attorneys from prosecuting Arizonans for violating the state’s abortion law.

Uma’s county attorney signed a letter to Governor Hobbes asking him to revoke the order, but said the order would remain in place.

“I am very confident in the legal basis of the order,” Hobbes said.

The governor also noted water agreements with downstream governors that block federal intervention.

She said the administration is focused on ensuring water supplies for all Arizonans.

But he did not say whether he would support the Yuma city and county lawsuit over the transfer of the Colorado River to Queen Creek.

“In terms of our position on it, it’s definitely something we’re looking at,” Hobbes said.

Local leaders continue to be promoted to key posts in the governor’s administration.

Governor Hobbes confirmed Paul Brierley’s nomination as Secretary of Agriculture.

She also appointed Yuma Mayor Doug Nichols to serve on the Housing and Homelessness Task Force.

“What I hope to be able to do is present what the Yuma region needs and what will thrive and make an impact here,” said Mayor Nicholls.

Yuma’s annual “State of the State” is a fundraiser for the local Chamber of Commerce.

Executive director Kim Karl said this year’s event is likely to raise more than $10,000 in donations for local businesses.

“Thank you to the businesses and Yuma community for making this a success and supporting the local business funding program that will create jobs,” Carl said.

Friday was Governor Hobbes’ fourth visit to Yuma County since taking office.