Governor Cox praises lawmakers for record investments in education, housing and water

Governor Cox addressed the Senate during closing remarks, thanking lawmakers and their families for the session's work and describing the 2023 session as among the most productive of his tenure.

Cox said the legislature had made "never before" investments in education, housing and water, and characterized the tax changes enacted this year as the state's largest tax cut in history. He noted the legislature had passed more than 560 bills this session and said he had read the measures and expected to sign them, adding he hoped not to issue vetoes.

The governor also spoke informally about the pace and demands of the 45-day session, thanked the Senate president and staff, and asked senators to take time off after adjournment. His remarks preceded further floor business and a final motion to adjourn sine die.

Direct quotes in this report are drawn from the governor's address to the Senate as recorded on the floor.