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Nov 21, 2025

Tariffs spell disaster for Arizona small businesses

According to a CNBC study, Arizona ranks among the top five state economies. Our 678,000 small businesses are a big reason why this achievement is possible. But this year is […]

Nov 18, 2025

As leaders gather in Scottsdale — balancing affordability and opportunity should be top of mind

This week, attorneys general from across the country will gather in Scottsdale for the Democratic Attorneys General Association (DAGA) Policy Conference — offering an opportunity to discuss the challenges people […]

dentists, Arizona State Dental Board of Examiners
Nov 16, 2025

Arizona’s new dental law raises serious safety questions

For patients across Arizona, a routine dental checkup has become a gamble. Senate Bill 1124, signed into law in April 2025, created a new category called “Oral Preventive Assistants” with […]

Charter Schools written on chalkboard
Nov 15, 2025

Arizona charter schools – 30 years of proven choice, innovation and excellence

Every parent wants the same thing: a school that meets their child’s unique needs, challenges them to grow, and prepares them for the future. For more than 30 years, Arizona […]

water, groundwater, Kerr, Senate bill
Nov 14, 2025

Protecting the lifeblood of our rural communities

In our rural Arizona counties, groundwater is not just a resource; it is the lifeblood of our communities. For years, we have watched this lifeblood being drained at an alarming […]

farmers, Colorado River, Yuma, drought, cauliflower
Nov 14, 2025

Under the cover of darkness for safety

Those in agriculture possess tons of great data and insights to share about the revolution of safety in the crop protection world, otherwise known as pesticides. Unfortunately, information must be […]

Nov 10, 2025

A cap on credit card interest could cut off lifelines for Black entrepreneurs

At Greater Phoenix Urban League, we support minorities striving to achieve economic independence. Every day, we work with individuals across Arizona who are navigating an increasingly difficult economic landscape, one […]

Nov 10, 2025

Protecting our families means saying no to more methane gas

Arizona’s rapid growth brings with it a rising demand for energy and a pivotal opportunity. We can meet our energy needs by expanding renewable power and investing in energy efficiency […]

Nov 7, 2025

Trump 2.0 era brings pro-business, anti-DEI shift for employers

As Trump 2.0 settles in, business leaders are seeing a rapid recalibration of federal labor and employment priorities. With the White House expected to revive many of its earlier pro-business […]

Nov 7, 2025

A new legal responsibility for dog owners

When a dog bites someone, chaos often follows. At that moment, some owners panic and bolt, leaving the victim unable to identify the dog or confirm vaccinations. Under Arizona’s new […]

Nov 7, 2025

Thousands of potential homes exist in downtown Phoenix

Converting office buildings into apartments sounds like an appealing way to address Phoenix’s housing shortage and downtown office glut simultaneously. It’s terrific when these conversions happen, but it’s time to […]

Oct 31, 2025

Opening up Arizona’s small business retirement options

In my time as state representative, I realized the importance of our local businesses and the vital role they play in making our community what it is today. That is […]

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