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Unlocking Potential: Turn Arizona’s Priorities into Economic Gains

For nearly two decades, CFA has listened to Arizonans to understand what matters most. The Arizona Voters’ Agenda reveals where voters agree across party and generational lines—and now, for the first time, an economic analysis by Rounds Consulting Group shows how acting on those shared priorities delivers measurable gains for Arizona.

Arizonans are practical and clear-eyed about what drives progress. When we follow their lead, the potential benefits are clear: stronger households, more resilient communities, and a more competitive economy built for long-term success.

 

 

Key Findings at a Glance
Childcare  Access & Affordability
Childcare Access & Affordability

Expanding access could free up $9,300 per family each year and generate $12B annually, while reducing costly productivity losses for employers.

Dual Enrollment Expansion
Dual Enrollment Expansion

Students are twice as likely to pursue post-secondary education, completing nearly two years earlier and saving about $12,800 annually. Each additional 2,000 dual-enrolled students generates $48M in output and $3.5M in new tax revenues.

Post-Secondary Attainment
Post-Secondary Attainment

Closing Arizona’s attainment gap could yield $20B in output, nearly $8B in wages, and $744M in tax revenues, while preparing more residents for in-demand careers.

Housing Affordability
Housing Affordability

Reducing household cost burdens to 30% of income would unlock $13B in growth, support 126,000 jobs, and free up $8,900 per household annually, while strengthening community stability.

Transportation Infrastructure
Transportation Infrastructure

Every $1 invested in infrastructure returns $1.60-$3.70. Households could save up to $1,100 per month in reduced time, fuel, and costs while Arizona boosts long-term competitiveness.

 

Voter Priorities Deliver for all of Arizona

For families/households: Greater affordability, opportunity, and stability

For businesses: A stronger workforce and reduced costs

For policymakers: A data-driven case for acting on what voters want

For communities: Shared prosperity and long-term competitiveness

 

How to Use This Research
  • Think Long Term: Voters want to move beyond short-term fixes. This research shows the economic benefits of taking a longer view.
  • Act on Priorities: The data make clear that acting on voter-backed issues isn’t only in the public interest, it’s also smart for Arizona’s economy.
  • Guide Smarter Decisions: Government, business, and community leaders can use these findings to direct attention and resources where they’ll have the biggest impact, aligning with what Arizonans already agree on.

 

Resources & Materials
Unlocking Potential: Turn Arizona’s Priorities into Economic Gains

Unlocking Potential: Turn Arizona’s Priorities into Economic Gains

This first-of-its-kind economic analysis, conducted by Rounds Consulting Group, provides independent, nonpartisan insights into the economic benefits of Arizona voters’ priorities—offering data that helps leaders make informed, long-term decisions for families, communities, and the state’s economy.

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Topic-Specific Report Chapters & One-Pagers
Childcare  Access & Affordability

Childcare Access & Affordability

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Dual Enrollment Expansion

Dual Enrollment Expansion

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Post-Secondary Attainment

Post-Secondary Attainment

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Housing Affordability

Housing Affordability

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Transportation Infrastructure

Transportation Infrastructure

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2024 Arizona Voters’ Agenda Data

The Arizona Voters’ Agenda provides an action-oriented roadmap that remains relevant well beyond any one election cycle.

 

Press Releases & News
  • Oct. 9, 2025 - Families Gain, Jobs & Economy Grow: New Report Quantifies Payoff of Acting on Arizona Voter Priorities