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Arizona Legislature

Mar 9, 2026

When Washington cuts taxes for billionaires, Arizona pays the price

Funding for education and roads in Arizona is always under threat, and now Republicans in Congress have made revenue problems even worse for states like Arizona by passing the federal […]

Feb 20, 2026

As crossover week nears, Democrat and bipartisan bills finally debut

Key Points Democrats struggle to get Republican committee chairs to hear their bills As crossover week approaches, a handful of Democratic and bipartisan bills have passed committees Of the bipartisan […]

Feb 20, 2026

Lawmakers under fire for limiting public testimony

Key Points:  Rising tensions have led to contentious legislative committee meetings Lawmakers’ schedules,  increased legislation make it harder for constituents to be heard Many hope legislators will promote more respectful […]

Feb 16, 2026

I’m a Pharmacist. HB4036 will make patient care harder — not safer

As a practicing pharmacist in Arizona, my job is simple: make sure patients get medications that are appropriate for their individual needs. My wife and I opened our first pharmacy […]

Feb 7, 2026

Proposal would require Legislature to end sessions by April 30

Key points: A measure that would constitutionally require the Legislature to adjourn by April 30 passed a House committee Lawmakers haven’t adjourned by April in more than a decade Voters […]

school choice, Hobbs, Ducey, Empowerment Scholarship Program, K-12, students
Feb 3, 2026

It actually is as easy as 1-2-3

It’s often said that good policy is also good politics, and that’s especially true when it comes to education funding in Arizona. Proposition 123, which distributes over $300 million annually […]

Jan 30, 2026

Lab meat debate ignores Arizona’s water challenges

Lab meat has become a contentious topic within the Arizona Legislature over the past few years. Lawmakers have proposed laws regulating these products, from labeling requirements to outright bans. The […]

Rep. J.D. Mesnard, R-Chandler (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)
Jan 27, 2026

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 […]

Jan 23, 2026

Don’t pass mandates that make health care and insurance more costly

As we kick off 2026 and the start of a new legislative session, the business community has identified the same top concern for the last three years running: the rising […]

Jan 23, 2026

Kevin McCarthy: An oracle of Arizona’s tax code

As lawmakers at the state Capitol grapple with conforming to new federal tax code, Arizona Tax Research Association President Kevin McCarthy sat down with the Arizona Capitol Times to discuss […]

Jan 18, 2026

Joanne MacDonnell: pride, service and the Arizona Ombudsman’s Office

If there’s one state agency that guides people through the jungle of state government, it’s the Arizona Ombudsman Citizens Aide Office. And if there’s one person at that office who’s […]

Jan 12, 2026

Hobbs focuses on affordability, bipartisanship in fourth State of the State

Key Points Gov. Katie Hobbs’ fourth State of the State address focused on affordability and bipartisanship Republican leadership indicated most of Hobbs’ proposals would be dead on arrival Hobbs’ address […]

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