Mayes Communicated with LUCHA on Border Legislation
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes maintained email contact with LUCHA regarding the Secure the Border Act in 2024.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Immigration
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In May 2024, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes received a request from LUCHA to publicly oppose the Secure the Border Act. Mayes subsequently issued a statement opposing the legislation on May 9, 2024.
Why it matters
The communication highlights the political collaboration between the Attorney General's office and advocacy groups concerning border policies. This interaction occurred during a period marked by significant shifts in Arizona immigration law and voter sentiment.
Proposition 314 passed in November 2024 with 62 percent of the vote. Mayes previously won her 2022 election by a margin of 280 votes.
The players
Kris Mayes
Kris Mayes is the Attorney General of Arizona who won her 2022 election by a narrow margin of 280 votes.
LUCHA
Living United for Change in Arizona is an advocacy organization that actively engages in state political processes.
The details
Following an email request on May 6, 2024, Mayes communicated with LUCHA regarding the Secure the Border Act. The organization also requested a call with her communications director in June 2024, while Mayes later signed a letter criticizing Texas immigration policies in September 2024.
Timeline
May 6, 2024: LUCHA emailed Mayes to request opposition to the border bill.
May 9, 2024: Mayes issued a public statement opposing the Secure the Border Act.
June 2024: LUCHA director requested a call with Mayes's office.
September 2024: Mayes signed a letter criticizing Texas immigration policies.
November 2024: Proposition 314 passed with 62 percent of the vote.
Political Context
The opposition to the Secure the Border Act and subsequent challenges to Proposition 314 reflect a broader partisan divide in Arizona. Republican lawmakers and interest groups have consistently pushed back against these efforts, arguing that the Attorney General's positions contradict the will of voters.
The legislative and legal battles surrounding border security directly affect how immigration policies are enforced within the state. These changes influence local regulatory environments and have long-term implications for taxpayers concerned with state-level border funding.
The takeaway
Public officials often manage complex relationships with advocacy groups when navigating contentious state policy shifts. Voters should monitor how these documented collaborations align with the outcomes of state-wide referenda.
Further reading
For additional context on the state's shifting legislative landscape, visit the Arizona Immigration section.
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