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Women’s History Month: A conversation with Sen. Lela AlstonÂ
Women’s History Month: A conversation with Sen. Lela Alston Arizona’s longest serving legislator said this session will be her last, but she looks back on her time in office with […]
People diagnosed with ALS, ESRD left with gaps in coverage
Key Points: People diagnosed with ALS or ESRD are put on immediate Medicare coverage, but gaps persist A senator and a representative filed legislation to address gaps, but both efforts […]
Finchem’s hat: The mark of a gentleman
We’re back again with cowboy hats, and Sen. Mark Finchem, R-Prescott, happily obliged our passion for fashion. We’re still having a bit of fun during a tense legislative session, though […]
Advanced air mobility could soon take flight in Arizona
Key Points: Sen. David Farnsworth filed four bills that would get Arizona ready for new flying vehicles The vehicles were on display at the Arizona Capitol on March 10 Opponents […]
Hail Mary: Striker amendments surface as session deadlines loom
Key Points: Strike-everything amendments replace the original language of a bill Striker amendments should be related to the bill topic, but not always, due to lawmakers running out of time […]
Legislation aids heart specialists exposed to radiation
Key Points: Medical professionals are raising the alarm about prolonged radiation exposure in their careers Three proposals would help smaller hospitals install enhanced radiation protection systems Opponents say medical technology […]
Fontes talks GOP election efforts, federal data demands
Key Points: Secretary of State Adrian Fontes denies federal requests for sensitive voter data Gives opinion and official perspective on GOP voting measures Comments highlight tension between state and federal […]
As crossover week nears, Democrat and bipartisan bills finally debut
Key Points Democrats struggle to get Republican committee chairs to hear their bills As crossover week approaches, a handful of Democratic and bipartisan bills have passed committees Of the bipartisan […]
Cowboy hats and politics: The hats of Arizona’s senators
What’s in a hat? By any other name, it would still look just as cool. For the Arizona Capitol Times this week, we decided to have a bit of fun […]
Can students and teachers protest during school hours?
Key Points: Anti-immigration protests over the past few weeks have included students and teachers walking out of class Legislators and some state officials have questioned if they should be using […]
Democrats attempt affordability bills in Republican-controlled committees
Key Points: Democrats file 257 bills this session, emphasizing affordability Many affordability bills will require bipartisan support for approval Approval would impact health care, education, housing and other industries Arizonans […]
Immigration policy prompts Arizona Senator to carry proof of citizenship
Key Points: Ramping up federal immigration activity prompts reaction and protest in Arizona Senate Sen. Catherine Miranda shared personal fears, saying she now carries proof of citizenship Pending GOP legislation […]
