Recent Articles from Arizona Capitol Reports Staff
Sen. Johnson won’t seek re-election, makes way for Pearce
Term limits forcing lawmakers to make tough decisions
ELL model will cost Arizona $358 million
More than 100 school superintendents from across Arizona gathered at the Capitol Jan. 23 to present the estimated cost of the English Language Learners program — and to ask the... […]
Panel recommends weighty changes to employer sanctions law
A special House panel composed primarily of business representatives has recommended substantial changes to the employer sanctions law, including a provision some say would gut the law and only invigorate... […]
Bill would require loan officers to be licensed
Sen. Jay Tibshraeny, R-Chandler, is following up on his successful mortgage fraud legislation passed last year with another bill aimed at protecting Arizona homebuyers by requiring all loan originators to... […]
Waring locks horns with cell phone industry
A measure that would cap cell phone contracts to one year and make it easier for consumers to cancel a contract is likely to result in higher prices and reduced... […]
AZ Dems file FEC complaint against Shadegg
The Arizona Democrats, citing what they call suspicious campaign contributions, filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission Wednesday against a leadership political action committee associated with Arizona Republican John... […]
Young Wright sworn in to fill District 26 House vacancy
Rep. Nancy Young Wright, D-26 (Photo by Jim Small) Once again, the House of Representatives has a full complement of lawmakers, as a Tucson Democrat was sworn in today to... […]
Johnson won't seek re-election to make way for Pearce
Another senior Republican will not seek re-election to the Senate, an illustration of how term limits are forcing lawmakers to make hard choices.Sen. Karen Johnson, R-18, said she is giving... […]
Poll: Clinton, McCain hold clear leads as Arizona primary nears
Senators Hillary Clinton and John McCain hold commanding leads over other presidential candidates, according to the results of a recent poll of Arizona voters. The poll, conducted from Jan. 17-20,... […]
Q & A with Governor Napolitano
Set to begin another legislative session, Gov. Janet Napolitano delivered her sixth State of the State speech Jan. 14. During a personal interview prior to the beginning of session, the... […]
Q & A Senate President Tim Bee
Tucson leader says budget crunch requires everyone to