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Design the Cover Contest presented by Arizona Capitol Times
Calling artists of all ages in the greater Phoenix area! Your design could be the cover of the special section showcasing our prestigious annual event honoring the people who shape Arizona […]
Development projects, tax credits and agency budgets face hard cuts in new GOP proposal
Key Points: Republican lawmakers unveil plan to balance state budget amid tight financial forecast Nearly $100 million in economic development funding is cut They also propose a 5% reduction in […]
38 state AGs sign amicus brief supporting Mass. in Kalshi lawsuit
Key Points: The attorneys general said the outcome of the Mass. case affects their citizens Mass. in September became the first state to sue a prediction market Kalshi says it […]
Texas court ruling clears path for final decision on Proposition 314
Key Points: Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals tosses out challenge to Texas law allowing arrests of people who entered the country illegally Arizona’s Proposition 314 enforcement is contingent on the […]
William Auther: Aiming to retain high performing judges
William Auther, a product liability attorney by trade, did not plan for a near-decade and a half run on the Commission for Judicial Performance Review. But when an open spot […]
Prison receivership: Who is up to the task?
Key Points: Judge must choose qualified candidate to serve as prison health care receiver Plaintiffs, department submit candidates with extensive corrections experience Prison advocates stress need for independence, authority, balance […]
GOP budget close: Kavanagh claims party is less than two weeks from proposal
Key Points: Republicans say they are close to a state budget proposal Negotiations occurring amid ongoing bill moratorium by Gov. Katie Hobbs A Prop.123 extension hangs in the balance Republican […]
Bill to expand protection for religious activities leaves abortion clinics concerned
Key Points: HB 4117 would add new protections for religious services and activities Supporters say the proposal addresses increasing protests and disruptions of religious services Opponents say it would limit […]
School safety program faces bipartisan criticism, proposal for reform
Key Points School safety program faces bipartisan criticism House members failed to pass a reform bill on April 20 Opponents says bill is intended to help one contractor A GOP […]
Resolution rejecting the term ‘West Bank’ wins approval in Arizona
Key Points: Measure does not have the force of law Opponents says Arizona should not get into an international issue Lawmakers consider bill allowing Israel flag to be flown in […]
Judge rules against ADWR’s water-based restrictions of Phoenix housing developments
Key Points: Court rules Arizona Department of Water Resources acted illegally in 2023 when it restricted housing development in Phoenix over water supply concerns The state water department’s decision affected […]
Housing Department nominee narrowly clears Senate committee
Key Points: Ruby Dhillon-Williams was narrowly approved by Senate DINO Republicans raised concern over past financial mismanagement at ADOH Dhillon-Williams’ nomination will go before full Senate for final vote The […]
