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Farley refugee tuition bill is already on the books
Tucson Democrat Steve Farley wanted to help an Iraqi refugee get in-state tuition as soon as possible, so he decided to run a bill this year. But, it turned out, the bill was unnecessary.
Litigation alert
Open and Honest Coalition leader Terry Goddard said yesterday that the campaign anticipates legal challenges, and some attorneys have begun predicting which legal issues could scuttle the anti-dark money initiative.
Judge rules public can’t see Stump’s text messages
The public is not entitled to see any of the text messages recovered from the state-owned cell phone used by Bob Stump.
Ducey lifts hiring freeze for Department of Water Resources
The state’s water department will get to hire more workers to help with the myriad water issues facing the state.
AG ends investigation into Bitter Smith, won’t seek criminal charges
Former utility regulator Susan Bitter Smith won’t face any criminal charges over her alleged conflicts of interest.
Wendy Rogers enters crowded GOP CD1 field
Republican Wendy Rogers is running for Arizona’s 1st Congressional District, a move that ended weeks of speculation.
Dems call for new spending on schools, welfare
Arizona Legislative Democrats want to use the state’s surplus funds to reinvest in education, child safety, economic development, public safety and natural resources.
Amanda Reeve: Non-partisan passion for the environment
Former lawmaker Amanda Reeve said she thinks she’ll return to the Legislature someday, but the right opportunity just hasn’t come up yet. And in the meantime, she’s gearing up for another legislative session as an environmental policy adviser with Snell and Wilmer.
Supreme Court ends Bitter Smith case
The Arizona Supreme Court today declined to hear Susan Bitter Smith’s case. The court didn’t comment on its reasoning, but said subsequent filings in the case were “moot.”
Election backlash played central role in Little and Forese’s first year
The first year in office wasn’t exactly quiet for new Corporation Commissioners Tom Forese and Doug Little. After a few months of relative calm, several utilities filed requests for solar fees or changes to net metering, kicking off a firestorm of criticism of the entire commission.
Controversy-prone year ushers in new era for Corporation Commission
Many major policy decisions are still up in the air at the Arizona Corporation Commission, but one thing is for sure: It’s no longer the commission of yore.
APS rejects request to disclose election money
Arizona Public Service said it won’t disclose any money it may have spent on elections because it would hinder the company’s right to free speech.
