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House passes recall primary elections
The Arizona House of Representatives has passed a bill on a party-line vote adding a primary election to all voter-initiated recall elections.
Arizona House passes anti-federal education bill
Dozens of public schools would be able to throw out federal education policy regulating academic standards, teacher evaluation requirements and student tracking systems under a measure approved by the Arizona House on Thursday.
House considers giving churches new tax exemptions
Religious organizations would qualify for new property tax exemptions under legislation moving forward in the Arizona House of Representatives.
Arizona House considers warrants for police drones
Law enforcement agencies in Arizona would need search warrants before using unmanned aircraft to gather evidence if a measure being debated by the state House of Representatives becomes law.
Ex-prosecutor to testify on marijuana law changes
A former U.S. attorney for Arizona is scheduled to testify in the Arizona House against a bill that would allow medical marijuana seized by police to be destroyed.
Arpaio recall group: Third of signatures gathered
Leaders of an effort to oust Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio say they've gathered a third of the signatures needed to force a recall election.
Nevada no longer recognizing Arizona weapon permits
Nevada officials say they're no longer recognizing concealed weapons permits from Arizona after the state relaxed some of its training requirements.
Giffords ad: Gun purchases background checks needed
Former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords is urging key senators to support expanded background checks for gun purchases in a new television ad that is to begin airing Tuesday in Arizona and Iowa.
Health overhaul: Arizona language diversity
Arizona faces cultural and linguistic challenges in trying to educate the public about the federal health care overhaul and in marketing the changes to limited-English speakers and hard-to-reach populations.
Arizona House approves changes to “Resign to Run” law
The Arizona House of Representatives has passed a bill making it easier for elected officials to launch campaigns for another office without triggering the state's "Resign to Run" law.
Arizona House approves new business tax credits
The Arizona House gave final approval Monday to a bill granting new tax breaks of $50 million over three years for insurance companies that invest in high technology companies.
Mental Health First Aid plan advancing at State Capitol
Representatives from law enforcement, behavioral health and faith-based groups are urging lawmakers to expand a state training program that helps community members recognize and assist those facing mental health challenges.
