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Autonomous trucks prompt pushback as states write rules
The autonomous truck industry says driverless semis save lives and addresses a driver shortage. Critics counter that they pose a danger and will replace jobs.Â
Report identifies keys to nuclear development
Focusing on workforce development, expediting permitting and lowering financial risk will help states develop nuclear power, according to the Nuclear Innovation Association.
State Affairs Insider: Experts stress data center transparency
More transparency, community engagement and ratepayer protections could help allay growing concerns over data center development.
Volatile oil prices deliver windfall to energy-producing states
Elevated oil prices are driving up tax collections in states such as Alaska, New Mexico and Texas, delivering a windfall that will help lawmakers fund state services.
Arizona’s push to lower SNAP errors reaches people’s daily lives
More than 475,000 Arizonans have lost their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits as a result of federal budget cuts last year.
Housing industry becomes big financial force in Arizona election
Housing interests were some of the biggest players in Arizona’s primary elections, spending heavily in statewide and legislative races as the industry hopes to shape affordability and development policies in the coming years.Â
Arizona’s largest egg producer agrees to $1M settlement over price fixing
Key Points: Hickman’s Egg Ranch settles price-fixing complaints with $1 million fine and 3.25 million egg donation Federal court lawsuit says Hickman’s and others manipulated egg prices through information sharing […]
Arizona’s unemployment rate hits highest since COVID pandemic
Key Points: Incumbent Gov. Katie Hobbs faces election with mixed economic indicators Arizona’s unemployment rate at highest level since COVID pandemic Arizona’s median home listing price has dropped from $525,000 […]
Where the minimum wage will increase in ’26
Key Points: Minimum wages will increase in 22 states next year 18 states will have a minimum wage of $15 an hour or higher Employers in 43 states are exempt […]
This holiday season isn’t very merry for consumers, an AP-NORC poll finds
Key Points: Americans struggle with higher prices for groceries, electricity, and holiday gifts Half of Americans find it harder to afford holiday gifts this year Few Americans expect the economy […]
Arizona’s economic growth depends on education, housing, transportation and child care, experts say
Key Points: Polling and analysis identify bipartisan policies with big economic returns Investment in education, housing, transportation, child care boosts growth Report hopes to reframe conversation around policy A melding […]
‘We didn’t ask for this’: Maricopa Board of Supervisors sides with Wittmann residents on proposed multi-billion dollar BNSF facility
Key Points: BNSF Railway’s $3.2 billion project threatens Wittmann residents’ way of life Residents oppose 4,320-acre rail facility, citing noise and environmental concerns Residents fear exposure to particulates and toxins […]
