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Trans-Pacific trade agreement must protect U.S. intellectual property
As an Arizonan, when you hear about trade agreements, you might not automatically think about jobs in the great Copper State. However, as the most populous landlocked state in the U.S., we should. Trade is a huge driver of our economy, not only as a nation, but also of our state economies.
Brewer signs consolidated elections bill over objections by cities
Despite a flood of letters from cities and towns opposing the bill, Gov. Jan Brewer today signed legislation requiring municipalities to consolidate their elections with the state.
Brewer signs bill letting ‘religiously oriented’ employers opt out of contraception coverage
Gov. Jan Brewer signed a bill Friday that relaxes Arizona's requirement for health plans to cover contraception, legislation that supporters called a protection for religious freedom and that critics called an attack on women.
Brewer signs bill protecting denial of services on religious grounds
Gov. Jan Brewer has signed a bill that ensures Arizona workers won't lose their professional licenses for denying services on religious grounds.
Sens. Shooter, Nelson headed for primary battle
A primary matchup is brewing between Sen. John Nelson of Litchfield Park and Sen. Don Shooter of Yuma.
Naimark, others blast GOP priorities in state budget
Advocates for more funding for social programs today panned Republicans for their priorities in the recently-enacted state budget.
Death-row attorney sues Brewer, Clemency Board
A death-row prisoner scheduled for lethal injection May 16 sued Gov. Jan Brewer today, alleging she illegally appointed three members to the Board of Executive Clemency.
Klein staying put in LD1; ponders House run
Sen. Lori Klein said she doesn’t plan to move to a new legislative district after all, an idea she once considered to increase her chances of getting re-elected.
Agency renews efforts to guard Arizona national parks from illegal immigrants
Federal officials are boosting efforts at national parks in southern Arizona to prevent what they say is a path of destruction left by illegal immigrants crossing from Mexico.
Antenori considers dropping congressional bid, seeking re-election in state Senate
Sen. Frank Antenori, a Tucson Republican, is seriously considering dropping his bid for Congress and turning his full attention to re-election in the state Senate.
Attorney prepares lawsuit to challenge sweep of mortgage assistance money
An attorney representing a housing organization took its first step in suing the state over a sweep of $50 million meant to assist distressed homeowners.
Death-row inmate’s case before AZ clemency board
Arizona's largely new clemency board on Monday is expected to consider the case of a death-row inmate set for execution next week.
