City Sues State Over Unconstitutional Budget

What’s happening? Phoenix sued the State of Arizona claiming the state’s approved budget violates the State Constitution by exceeding the one subject rule and changing substantive law.

Why is this important? One subject laws are common. First we had 1 Governor veto Legislative Funding, now we have several. Same with this- first we have 1 city suing its State…

How is this important? Local Control, preemption & the mandates on cities are moving to the courts, folks

KTAR News | Phoenix sues Arizona, claims budget bill violates state constitution

Phoenix.gov | City Files Lawsuit Against State for Violation of Constitution