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Sambo ‘Bo’ Dul: From state government to private law
After weathering storm after storm as a state elections director, chief legal adviser to both the secretary of state and the governor, Sambo “Bo” Dul, exited state government. Her work […]
Gov. Hobbs allocates funds to help first-time buyers in Arizona
Key Points: Arizona governor allocates $5 million for down payment assistance Single applicants making under $94,000 qualify for assistance in Phoenix Qualifying buyers must complete a homebuyer education course to […]
A year out from the GOP gubernatorial primary, Robson and Biggs race to the right
Key Points: Two clear gubernatorial frontrunners lead the way in Arizona ahead of the 2026 elections Both were endorsed by President Donald Trump Each has one year to convince voters […]
NCSL summit opens with grief, warnings on polarization
Key Points: National summit of state lawmakers opens with somber tone Legislators pay tribute to assassinated Melissa Hortman Attendees urge focus on governance over grievance and service over self BOSTON […]
Arizona Supreme Court ruling gives residents more power to block local projects
Key Points: State Supreme Court ruling allows residents to block locally approved projects at ballot box Residents have absolute right to propose laws, even if elected officials have already decided […]
Legislature to refer three bills to voters in 2026
Key Points: Ballot referrals include food tax, drug cartel classification, monitoring vehicle mileage Prop. 123 extensions and Florida-style election referrals likely to reappear in 2026 GOP lawmakers blame problems within […]
Marisol Garcia: a passionate educator and organizer
Marisol Garcia did not set out to be an educator, but an organizer. After working in the political world, she found her way to the classroom and then to the […]
The long road to election integrity
Key Points: Election trust still on shaky ground despite less tension, no litigation in 2024 Former elected official tours tabulation center to spread word of reliable elections Former and current […]
Highway projects funded for fast-growing Maricopa and Buckeye
Key Points: The state budget allows for the expansion of major corridors in Maricopa and Buckeye The two cities are among the fastest growing in the Phoenix area An increase […]
Revived bill aims to restrict public funding for abortion services in Arizona
Key Points: Rep. Lupe Diaz plans to reintroduce a bill that would prevent the state from providing public funding to clinics that promote or perform abortions Opponents of the proposed […]
Fire districts face funding crisis, lawmakers seek solutions
Key Points: Fire districts face critical failure without alternative funding source Firefighters are leaving districts for municipal level jobs Lawmakers propose using private ambulance companies for rural EMS services Firefighters […]
No Labels party transforms to support independent candidates in state elections
Key Points: After recent court battle, the No Labels party heads in a new direction Party opens itself up to independent candidates for state offices Organizers hope to ease ballot […]
