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Senator promises to scale back bill that threatens political entities’ funding
A Senate panel has approved a bill expanding a law that allows the state to withhold money from government entities that don’t do as legislators please after its sponsor promised to scale back the scope of its application.
Abortion bill stirs debate on chances of a premature newborn’s survival
State lawmakers voted Wednesday to mandate that doctors have to try to resuscitate any fetus born alive -- even if is not viable.
House panel approves sales tax exemption for tampons, diapers
The most interesting exchange occurred between Rep. Jay Lawrence, R-Scottsdale, and his seatmate, Rep. Michelle Ugenti-Rita, R-Scottsdale.
Lawmaker seeks new way for big firms to use tax credits
The proposal from Rep. Jeff Weninger was approved on a 5-4 vote Wednesday despite concerns about its cost of at least $20 million a year.
Flagstaff council rejects special minimum wage election
The Flagstaff City Council has voted against holding a special election in May on an initiative to repeal a voter-approved minimum wage increase that has sharply divided the community.
Senate panel advances Coyotes arena proposal, but legislators remain wary
A conflicted Senate panel has agreed to advance a bill setting up a way for the Arizona Coyotes to use tax money to help build a new arena.
Former AZGOP Chairman Kruglick modernized party, gave back to community
Burton Kruglick, a three-term chairman of the Arizona Republican Party who is credited with modernizing the party and helping to shepherd the state from Democratic to Republican control, died on Feb. 12 at the age of 91.
First Democrat to challenge Ducey talks about sex life, debt
Dyer preemptively listed all details about his background, including the not-so-savory ones, in a lengthy press kit.
State of Indian Nations: Hopeful, but cautious, as Trump replaces Obama
Tribal leaders said they hope to see a continuation of the gains in tribal and federal relations under the Trump administration that began during the Obama administration.
Senate takes small step toward limiting teen drivers’ cell phone use
Arizona lawmakers may finally be ready to impose some limits on driving and cell phone use -- even if just slightly.
Legislature taking up major civil asset forfeiture reforms
The Arizona Legislature is considering a measure that would fundamentally alter how police agencies can take a private citizen’s money or property.
Governor appoints former lawmaker Adam Driggs as judge
Ducey announced the appointment Monday, noting Driggs' experience as an attorney and lawmaker.
