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Recent Articles from Lauren Gambino, Cronkite News Service
Lawmaker wants referendum on future of public financing for campaigns
A state lawmaker wants Arizona voters to decide whether to eliminate public funding for political campaigns, a change that would do away with the Arizona Citizens Clean Elections Commission.
Arizona’s English immersion program could be unlawful
At a time when one-in-eight students in Arizona qualify for English language services, the state has made controversial and — according to the federal government – possibly unlawful changes to its language education program.
Senator: Boost penalties for owners, renters of drop house property
A state senator wants stiffer penalties for owners or renters of properties that are used for drop houses, saying it would make them more likely to turn against leaders of smuggling rings.
Clean Elections requires candidates to buy or return equipment
The Arizona Citizens Clean Elections Commission approved a rule change Thursday that would require candidates to turn over laptops and other fixed assets exceeding $200 or purchase them at half of the original price.
Border security convention showcases technology, highlights key players
The Border Patrol’s Tucson Sector is the “last stand” for groups smuggling drugs and people into the U.S., but law enforcement agencies are finding ways to work more effectively and strategically to gain control of the area, the agency’s chief said Wednesday.
Centennial expo kicks off Arizona’s 100th year with dancers, cowboys and a penny drive
A cowboy lassoed a bale of hay, flamenco dancers clapped castanets and a Navajo sounded his drum on Monday, Arizona’s 99th birthday, as Gov. Jan Brewer kicked off the countdown to the state’s centennial.
Communities, state face tight budgets as they prepare for centennial
It's closing in on 100 years since veterinarian A.J. Chandler sold plots of his 18,000-acre ranch to establish the city. That was three months after Arizona became a state on Feb. 14, 1912. City leaders are organizing to commemorate both centennials next year. But given the poor economy and tight budget, it's going to require scaling back some and seeking private donations, said Jean Reynolds, [...]
Fiancee of slain Giffords staffer: Create law banning large-capacity gun clips
The fiancee of a congressional staffer killed along with five others in the shooting that severely injured Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, D-Ariz., urged state lawmakers Tuesday to ban gun magazines that hold more than 10 rounds.
Lawmaker proposes bill allowing cities to ban sale of legal fireworks
Saying cities in his district are worried about the threat of forest fires, a state lawmaker wants to give municipalities authority to ban the sale of fireworks made legal under a state law that took effect last year.
Republican lawmakers propose constitutional convention on national debt
It’s been more than 200 years since there has been a constitutional convention, but some Republican state lawmakers say the rising national debt makes it high time for the next one.
Bill would allow legislative leaders to join legal fight for SB 1070
A House committee on Tuesday endorsed legislation that would allow the House speaker and Senate president to initiate legal proceedings and appear on behalf of their chambers in support of SB 1070.
Failed virtual border fence has politicians pointing to success in Yuma area
As national concern mounts over Arizona’s porous border, the Yuma Sector, its fence and its techniques have received considerable attention from politicians who point to the Border Patrol’s success in securing the region. U.S. Border Patrol agents Robert Loury said the Border Patrol catches virtually every person who attempts to cross border in this sector.
