Recent Articles from Arizona Capitol Reports Staff
Pick your poison: War or flu
The original Armistice Day arrived at 11 a. m. on Nov. 11, 1918. It was a 30-day temporary cessation of the horrors of World War I. Every 30 days, the […]
Mike Arnold: ‘Attention to detail is critical to most jobs at the county.’
Michael S. Arnold, MBA, SPHR, is the human resources director for Pinal County In general, how does the employment process work for Pinal County≠When vacancies occur in county departments, the […]
Gov. Napolitano’s 2008 State of the State address
The prepared text of Gov. Janet Napolitano’s State of the State address delivered Jan. 14: “My message to you today is clear: the state of Arizona is strong. And together, […]
How to keep wireless innovation moving forward in Arizona — avoid state regulation
The coming of each new year presents a great opportunity for reflection and evaluation on where we’ve been and where we’re going in the U.S. mobile-phone marketplace. For most of […]
Rep. Anderson running for Congress, staying in Legislature
Mr. Nice Guy • Rep. Mark Anderson of Mesa, R-18, pledges to run a positive campaign in announcing a run for Congress and looking to take on freshman Democratic incumbent […]
Daniels an ‘interesting’ appointee to Clean Elections Commission
She had challenged constitutionality of campaign funding law
Bee will challenge Giffords
Senate President Tim Bee will challenge U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, his campaign team said Jan. 17. The announcement puts an end to Bee’s exploratory efforts and marks the beginning of […]
Anderson running for Congress, staying in Legislature
A crowded Republican field in an East Valley Congressional district just got a little more crowded, as a veteran state lawmaker announced today he is entering the race. Rep. Mark […]
Bee to announce intentions Saturday
Senate President Tim Bee said Jan. 16 that he will make a decision whether to run for Congress over the weekend, a move that puts an end to his exploratory […]
Panel approves vehicle-tax break for some seniors
A legislative panel has approved a measure that exempts senior citizens from paying a vehicle-license tax for one vehicle, as long as they are eligible for property-tax protection. The exemption […]
Sen. Waring introduces bill to ban frivolous ads
A state senator is pursuing legislation that would bar the use of public money for commercials starring elected officials and questioned the effectiveness and legitimacy of such advertisements. The bill, […]
Gov. tells lawmakers to focus on improvement, not deficit
Proposes free in-state tuition by 2012