A variety of forces are lobbying against Arizona bill HB 2779, which would punish those who hire workers illegally. The bill was passed with significant support by both branches of the Arizona legislature. Gov. Napolitano (D) has not said yet whether she will veto the bill or not. From this Arizona Republic story:

The two-strike bill amounts to a death penalty for any business caught dealing in illegal labor two times in three years. First-time offenders would have their license suspended.

Plenty of people are hoping she does veto this bill:

The phone calls came in English and Spanish, offering not-so-subtle advice on a bill the governor has until July 3 to act upon. On Friday alone, the Governor's Office received 28 phone calls asking her to sign House Bill 2779 and 128 requesting a veto.

But the real full-court press begins Monday when members of the Phoenix Chamber of Commerce plan to coordinate their efforts in pressuring Napolitano by phone and e-mail and in person.

The message: Wait for federal reform and send the state proposal packing.