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Proposed ballot measures would expand size of Legislature, shorten session
Key Points: Lawmakers are considering a ballot referral to add 30 new House seats If approved, the measure would take effect in 2043 Proposal aims to address legislators’ concern about […]
Finchem’s hat: The mark of a gentleman
We’re back again with cowboy hats, and Sen. Mark Finchem, R-Prescott, happily obliged our passion for fashion. We’re still having a bit of fun during a tense legislative session, though […]
Hail Mary: Striker amendments surface as session deadlines loom
Key Points: Strike-everything amendments replace the original language of a bill Striker amendments should be related to the bill topic, but not always, due to lawmakers running out of time […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
