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How to make the most of NCSL’s annual Legislative Summit
The National Conference of State Legislatures’ Annual Legislative Summit kicks off on July 27 in Chicago, marking the 51st year of the nation’s largest public policy conference. The agenda seems […]
Fontes declines DOJ’s election help ahead of President Trump’s elections announcement
PHOENIX — The state’s chief election official has a message for the Department of Justice: We don’t need to be reminded to follow laws that ensure only citizens cast ballots […]
New law provides clarity for firefighters’ health insurance
PHOENIX — Firefighters denied insurance coverage for potentially deadly illnesses because of grammatical confusion in the state’s workers’ compensation package are finding relief in a new state law. Prior to […]
Another year, still no deal on Prop. 123
Key Points: Proposition 123 renewal failed for third consecutive legislative session Republicans, Democrats remained divided over education funding priorities 2026 elections likely determine Prop. 123’s future direction, fate Lawmakers drew […]
A letter from the editor: Arizona just got stronger
Change is in the air in our Arizona newsroom. As Arizona prepares for another high-stakes election cycle, we’re investing in the future of Arizona Capitol Times by welcoming two accomplished […]
46 states settle for $45M over Cash App deceptive practices
Key Points: AGs allege the company failed to install proper consumer protections Cash App is a peer-to-peer payments platform owned by Block Inc. CFPB ordered Block to pay $75M-$120M in […]
19 states pass rounding bills since last penny was minted
Key Points: The U.S. Mint stopped producing pennies in November The Treasury issued rounding guidance to states, merchants An NCSL report detailed the approach Canada has taken Nineteen states have […]
GOP candidates clash over credit for AI in ESA program
Key Points: Schools superintendent, treasurer, dispute credit for AI improvement implementation Race to rollout new technology comes as two faceoff in July primary election AI upgrades remain top priority to […]
Here are your nominees for the 2026 Best of the Capitol!
VOTE HERE — AZCT Best Elected Official – Republican Dana Lewis — Pinal County Recorder’s Office Gail Griffin — Arizona House of Representatives Jeanne Kentch — Mohave County John Kavanagh […]
Attorney General Kris Mayes sues online retail giant Temu
Key Highlights: Suit alleges laundry list violations of Arizona Consumer Fraud Act Mayes accuses China-based company of selling counterfeit items Investigators found company secretly gathers personal information from users’ phones […]
Judge recuses himself in Arizona fake elector case after urging response to attacks on Kamala Harris
A judge recused himself Tuesday from presiding over Arizona’s fake electors case after an email surfaced in which he told fellow judges to speak out against attacks on Democratic Vice […]
Ruben Gallego and Kari Lake to face off in debate for Arizona Senate
Ruben Gallego and Kari Lake meet Wednesday for the only debate of the Arizona Senate race, a matchup that comes as voters begin casting ballots in a contest that will […]
