A Republican lawmaker wants to change the state’s sexual abuse statutes in response to an Arizona Supreme Court ruling that raised questions about whether parents changing a baby’s diaper could be charged with molestation.
Read More »Bill transfers burden from parents to prosecutors in some sex cases
House members balk at bill to give state senators 4-year terms
Saying it will lead to greater continuity, more stability and less campaigning, the president of the Arizona Senate wants four-year terms for state lawmakers. But not for everyone. Just senators.
Read More »Arizona lawmakers split on proposal for new coyotes arena
Republican lawmakers from the east and west sides of metropolitan Phoenix are at odds over a proposal to fund a new arena for the Phoenix Coyotes.
Read More »Fireworks legislation a disaster waiting to happen
Arizona heads into summer 2016 with forecasts once again showing a potentially charring fire season ahead.
Read More »Senate advances free speech protections on college campuses
The Senate has given preliminary approval to a measure protecting students' rights to free speech on college campuses.
Read More »The fireworks dilemma: safety, fun or freedom?
So what's the most fun way of celebrating America's independence? “Blowing things up,” according to Gov. Doug Ducey.
Read More »Bill would ban college free speech zones
State lawmakers will decide whether those who have something to say on college and university campuses can be told when and where they can say it.
Read More »Not really a cop: Glendale lawmaker incorrectly claims to be a police officer 
On March 10, Republican lawmaker Anthony Kern said in a Republican caucus meeting that he recommended passage of SB1445 “as a certified peace officer.”
Read More »Rep. Carl Seel loses LD20 GOP primary 
Republican Rep. Carl Seel lost the Legislative District 20 House primary, having been edged out by his seatmate, Rep. Paul Boyer, and political newcomer Anthony Kern.
Read More »In crowded AZ LD20 House race, Seel is the favorite of precinct committeemen 
At the state Capitol, Republican Rep. Carl Seel isn’t always treated with deference by his colleagues. Seel is the only Republican in the House who is not a freshman and does not hold a position in leadership or a committee chairmanship. He formerly was chairman of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee, but had that role was stripped from him in 2013.
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