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Competing measures on early voting could wind up on the November ballot
Key Points: A ballot proposal would confirm voting by mail in the state Constitution A GOP lawmaker wants control over early voting to remain within the Legislature   Because of early […]
Arizona won’t cut Colorado River withdrawals without enforceable conservation promises
Key Points: Arizona is embroiled in an interstate dispute over access to the Colorado River Gov. Katie Hobbs refuses to agree to any deal unless upper basin states offer firm […]
App store age-gating bills advance
Alabama lawmakers are fast-tracking a Meta-backed bill to require Apple and Google to age-gate their app stores to protect kids, one of several states considering such measures despite a recent […]
Arizona seeks fair share of Colorado River water in negotiations with upper basin states
Key points: Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs in Washington to make case for Colorado River cuts Seven states missed November deadline for new agreement on river’s water allocation Arizona has conserved […]
Arizona lawmakers consider speed-limiting devices for reckless drivers
Key points: Arizona motorists may soon avoid license suspension for speeding HB2417 allows courts to order speed-inhibiting devices on vehicles Motorists could reject the device and accept a license suspension […]
Political violence top of mind for Legislature this session
Key Points: Lawmakers are introducing bills to offer more protections against political violence One bill would allow candidates to spend campaign cash on security expenses Other bills would increase penalties […]
Abortion restrictions: Arizona lawmakers push for criminal penalties for women and providers
Key points Arizona lawmakers advance three abortion restrictions, including criminal penalties for women who get “partial-birth abortions” HB 2074 requires health care providers to contact prosecutors, with a year in […]
Immigration policy prompts Arizona Senator to carry proof of citizenship
Key Points: Ramping up federal immigration activity prompts reaction and protest in Arizona Senate Sen. Catherine Miranda shared personal fears, saying she now carries proof of citizenship Pending GOP legislation […]
Arizona bill would require parents to set aside YouTube earnings for kids
Key Points: Arizona law may require parents to set aside YouTube earnings for their kids Under the proposed law, half of the revenue generated must be put into special trust […]
Arizona law aims to make it illegal to reject cash for small purchases
Key Points: State lawmakers aim to make it illegal for retailers to refuse cash for purchases of $100 or less Legislation approved by House Commerce Committee would bar fee or […]
Phoenix City Council to re-evaluate light rail Capitol extension
Key Points: Phoenix residents packed a City Council meeting to discuss a contentious light rail proposal near the state Capitol Thousands provided feedback in the months before the meeting Phoenix […]
Arizona tax officials urged to retract ‘file now’ advice amid legislative uncertainty
Key Points: Arizona Department of Revenue questioned for urging taxpayers to file now Lawmakers have yet to decide on tax deductions and credits Arizona taxpayers may face a $20 million […]
