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Hobbs cites new cost estimates for vouchers in attempt to convince lawmakers to scale back program

Howard Fischer, Capitol Media Services//July 25, 2023//

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Hobbs cites new cost estimates for vouchers in attempt to convince lawmakers to scale back program

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Hobbs cites new cost estimates for vouchers in attempt to convince lawmakers to scale back program

Howard Fischer, Capitol Media Services//July 25, 2023//

Gov. Katie Hobbs is citing new cost estimates for universal vouchers in her latest bid to convince lawmakers to scale back the new program. Hobbs said Tuesday the total cost...

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