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Prop. 200 Backers Threaten To Sue Governor
On the heels of a victory in federal appeals court, Proposition 200 supporters are planning to return to court over the law, but the roles will be reversed: Instead of […]
U.S. Court Of Appeals Dismisses Challenge To Proposition 200
The U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed a lawsuit Aug. 9 filed in federal court challenging the constitutionality of Proposition 200. The court said the plaintiffs had not shown […]
Elections Director Karen Osborne
Karen Osborne, director of elections for Maricopa County, is known as one of the most knowledgeable and articulate experts on the ins and outs of voting in Arizona. She joined […]
10 States To Take Back-To-School Tax Holidays
With the dog days of summer fast approaching, the start of school is just around the corner, and two states have already begun tax-free holidays designed to help families stock […]
Agencies To Examine Meeting Northern Arizona’s Water Demands
Federal and state agencies are teaming up to fund studies that will look at different ways to meet northern Arizona’s water demands. Engineering, finances, environmental impacts and water rights will […]
Federal Energy Bill Has Pros And Cons For States
The federal energy bill that is on its way to the president’s desk is a mixed bag for states. Despite protests from governors and other state officials, the legislation grants […]
Dos and Don’ts of Avoiding Moving Scams
DO get estimates from at least three moving companies in your area DON’T believe an estimate based on cubic feet; charges are determined by weight DO have the companies come […]
It’s Time For Arizona To Become A Forerunner In The Use Of Renewable Energy
On the surface, it seems like just another summer in Arizona. The “brown cloud” hangs over downtown Phoenix. The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality is issuing “high pollution advisories” regularly. […]
HOA Industry Holds Legislature Hostage
In the Arizona Capitol Times article on the homeowner association proxy bill or “ominous bill” if you prefer, about to become law, Rep. Chuck Gray, R-19, responds to my advice […]
Report: Precinct Voting ‘Historical Relic’
Oregon’s vote-by-mail system is relatively free of fraud and controversy and has resulted in a modest increase in turnout, a new study says. Conducted by the Early Voting Information Center […]
