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Arizona's Place In Home-Sharing Economy

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey on Wednesday held a ceremonial bill signing for a new law making it easier for homeowners to rent out their places using services like Airbnb.

Ducey deflected criticism over potential concerns from neighbors, who might not want short-term rentals nearby.

This bill is part of an effort by the governor to move Arizona more into the so-called “sharing economy.” And, some of those companies are starting to take note.

Chris Lehane, Airbnb’s head of global policy and communication, was in Phoenix for the signing ceremony.

Mark Brodie is a co-host of The Show, KJZZ’s locally produced news magazine. Since starting at KJZZ in 2002, Brodie has been a host, reporter and producer, including several years covering the Arizona Legislature, based at the Capitol.