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Mediator takes on public records complaints
After working for three years as Arizona’s assistant attorney general in the civil division, Elizabeth Hill joined the Arizona Ombudsman Citizens’ Aide last February. As assistant ombudsman for public access,... […]
Lawmakers consider opening CPS hearings
Leaders of a legislative committee planning closed-door hearings to examine the effectiveness of Child Protective Services are pushing for some of the meetings to be made public after a judge... […]
From teen dads to granddads
Program works with agencies to foster responsible fatherhood
Judge orders mental health firm to surrender documents or explain refusal
The Arizona Department of Health Services will turn over documents requested by a losing bidder on a coveted three-year $1.5 billion county mental health contract, or explain why the information... […]
Lobbyist Chuck Shipley remembered for credibility, humor
Chuck Shipley was a man who found a way to laugh in one of the most serious of professions — lobbying.A former state lawmaker in fact nicknamed him “Chuckles.” The... […]
Scott Stewart, GOP activist, dies at 44
Tech worker aided state campaigns, late Congressman Bob Stump
2nd property tax initiative launched
A group seeking reductions in property taxes has filed its second initiative and will soon hit the streets to collect the 230,047 signatures of registered voters needed to put their... […]
Federal immigration fees more than double
A new immigration fee schedule went into effect nationally July 30, boosting costs for applicants seeking permanent residency, naturalization or other services, in some cases by more than 100 percent.... […]
Governor should move forward with climate group’s recommendations
At our current rate of construction, Arizona is building the equivalent of an entirely new city the size of Gilbert or Tempe every year. Each of these new homes brings... […]
Revenues decline, JLBC says ‘too early’ to predict budget impact
A fading economy left the state with about $226 million less than expected in its coffers because tax collections declined significantly. That shortfall means the current fiscal year, which began... […]
Bee ready to ‘test waters’
Senate President buoyed by support for possible Congressional race against Giffords
Capitol Quotes, Aug. 8 2007
Capitol quotes“I’m an Arizona boy. I have a hard time wanting to be a part of D.C., but I’ll do what’s right for America.” — Rep. Russell Pearce, R-18, discussing... […]
