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“The bill had bipartisan support, clearing the House by a supermajority in a final reading. The bill’s sponsor, Rep. Jeff Weninger, R-Chandler, called the measure a “pro-growth” and a “pro-taxpayer” housing solution.

“Arizona needs more homes people can actually afford, and that means we have to be honest about what drives up the cost of building,” Weninger said in a statement. ”

“Rep. Jeff Weninger, a Republican from Chandler, sponsored the measure and said it will speed up construction. It also states that cities, counties and taxpayers outside the project are not responsible for the district’s debt.

“Arizona needs more homes people can actually afford, and that means we have to be honest about what drives up the cost of building,” Weninger said in a written statement after the ceremony. “Infrastructure is one of the biggest costs baked into the price of a new home.””