Arizona lawmakers consider speed-limiting devices for reckless drivers
Key points: Arizona motorists may soon avoid license suspension for speeding HB2417 allows courts to order speed-inhibiting devices on vehicles Motorists could reject the device and accept a license suspension […]
Political violence top of mind for Legislature this session
Key Points: Lawmakers are introducing bills to offer more protections against political violence One bill would allow candidates to spend campaign cash on security expenses Other bills would increase penalties […]
Abortion restrictions: Arizona lawmakers push for criminal penalties for women and providers
Key points Arizona lawmakers advance three abortion restrictions, including criminal penalties for women who get “partial-birth abortions” HB 2074 requires health care providers to contact prosecutors, with a year in […]
Teachers continue to leave the profession, salary remains major issue
Key Points: Teacher attrition declined, but vacancies, retention woes remain Educators cite pay, burnout, working conditions as reasons for leaving Study continues conversation on raising pay through Proposition 123 Teacher […]
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 […]
A good election features accuracy of results, Arizonans say in survey
Key Points: A survey shows a majority of Arizonans value accuracy over speed in election results Panelists encouraged people and candidates to learn about the election process to understand why […]
Independent Party ‘disruptor’ enters race for governor
Key Points: Hugh Lytle is running for governor as an Arizona Independent Party candidate Independents are unlikely to be elected, but could play spoiler to other candidates Gov. Katie Hobbs’ […]
Arizona bill would require parents to set aside YouTube earnings for kids
Key Points: Arizona law may require parents to set aside YouTube earnings for their kids Under the proposed law, half of the revenue generated must be put into special trust […]
Arizona law aims to make it illegal to reject cash for small purchases
Key Points: State lawmakers aim to make it illegal for retailers to refuse cash for purchases of $100 or less Legislation approved by House Commerce Committee would bar fee or […]
Phoenix City Council to re-evaluate light rail Capitol extension
Key Points: Phoenix residents packed a City Council meeting to discuss a contentious light rail proposal near the state Capitol Thousands provided feedback in the months before the meeting Phoenix […]
Arizona tax officials urged to retract ‘file now’ advice amid legislative uncertainty
Key Points: Arizona Department of Revenue questioned for urging taxpayers to file now Lawmakers have yet to decide on tax deductions and credits Arizona taxpayers may face a $20 million […]
Arizona AG Kris Mayes seeks public’s help to monitor ICE agents
Key Points:Â Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes seeks public videos and photos of ICE agents’ actions in the state Mayes sets up website for public to report potential unlawful activity […]


















