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‘Arizona Accord’ aims to change state’s illegal immigration enforcement image
A major effort is underway to get businesses, faith-based organizations and other groups to rally behind a more humane set of principles to guide how Arizona deals with illegal immigration, the complex and emotionally-draining subject that has consumed much of the state’s energy in the past few years.
Senate to undo increase in state employees’ contribution rate to pension plans
In a major reversal of policy, Senate leaders announced Dec. 21 they will work to repeal the increase in government employees’ contribution rate to their retirement plans.
Ethics Committee subpoenas 16 potential witnesses in Bundgaard trial
The Senate Ethics Committee has subpoenaed 16 people who may be called to testify during the investigation into whether Sen. Scott Bundgaard breached ethical rules after he and a girlfriend were seen fighting on the side of a Valley freeway.
State posts modest revenue growth in November
State revenues grew modestly in November even as signs of economic strains persist.
Bundgaard ethics investigation: A trial before a trial
Before senators can launch into a full-blown ethics hearing of Sen. Scott Bundgaard, a judge will decide whether the courts have the authority to intervene and halt the legislative inquiry.
Ethics committee members ordered to court over Bundgaard’s injunction request
A judge has ordered five members of the Senate Ethics Committee to appear in court on Tuesday, presumably to explain why Sen. Scott Bundgaard’s ethics trial should move forward.
Gould courts major conservative groups’ support
State Sen. Ron Gould is busy building up support among the country’s conservative groups, just a few weeks after announcing he was exploring a run for Congress.
Poll: Immigration remains top priority for Arizonans
Arizonans are clearly worried about the economy and education, but their top priority is immigration, according to a poll released today by Arizona State University’s Morrison Institute of Public Policy.
When asked what Arizona’s biggest problem is that lawmakers and the governor should address, 24 percent of respondents answered immigration.
Bundgaard sues Ethics Committee members to halt investigation
In another attempt to halt the investigation against him, Sen. Scott Bundgaard filed a lawsuit against members of the Senate Ethics Committee.
Gallardo to Brewer: Let’s eliminate presidential primaries
A Democratic lawmaker is pushing for the elimination of the presidential primary starting next year, a move that would cancel the Republican contest that is scheduled for February.
The chances that the Republican-led Legislature and Gov. Jan Brewer will favorably consider the idea are miniscule at best.
A heartbeat away: Pro-life movement considers tough anti-abortion bill
Arizona’s pro-life movement is considering a proposal to outlaw abortion once a heartbeat is detected in a fetus, an idea that is designed to directly confront Roe v. Wade, the landmark court ruling that ensures a woman’s right to terminate a pregnancy.
Legislative review panel recommends elimination of solar tax credit
A panel of lawmakers tasked with reviewing tax breaks balked Wednesday at providing a tax credit for installing solar energy devices on residences and voted to recommend its repeal. Two other programs, including one that gives tax credits to corporations for contributions to groups that provide tuition scholarships to children attending private schools, were given a favorable review.
