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State spending tracks higher than last year
So far, Arizona has spent more money this fiscal year than it did during the same period last year. Between July 1 and Aug. 17, the state spent $164 million more than it did during the same period in 2008, according to figures provided by the state Treasure’s Office.
Capitol Quotes 8/14
“If we can’t be successful within the party, we are going to have to go to the Democrats. They have been perfectly reasonable and trying to help us. I think... […]
State may need to issue IOUs
Arizonans may no longer be able to take pride that things here haven’t gotten as bad as in California. State Treasurer Dean Martin said Arizona may need to start issuing IOUs if the Legislature and Gov. Jan Brewer fail to approve a budget by Aug. 17.
Fund sweep illegal; ag groups vindicated
A consortium of agricultural interests claimed victory July 9 after a judge ruled the Arizona Legislature acted illegally last year when it swept $160,000 from accounts that held voluntary, private... […]
Capitol Quotes 6/26
“Do you intend to go through these whole COW columns, or are we at least going to have a potty break?” – Sen. Carolyn Allen, asking a pertinent question on... […]
UpClose with State Treasurer Dean Martin
State Treasurer Dean Martin has been back in the office for several weeks now, after his wife and newborn son died due to complications from childbirth last month.
Mourners pay respects, share memories of Kerry Martin
As family and friends gathered to mourn the deaths of Kerry and Austin Michael Martin, they heard how everyone, from people close to them to ones to casual acquaintances, was left with an indelible impression that will always stay with them.
Martin’s wife died from ruptured tumor; funeral set
Kerry Martin, the wife of state Treasurer Dean Martin, died due to a ruptured tumor in her liver. The Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office said a hepatic adenoma, a type of rare benign tumor of the liver, ruptured during childbirth on May 25, causing massive internal bleeding, according to the Yellow Sheet Report. The Martins' newborn son, Austin Michael Martin, died two days later.
Capitol Quotes 5/29
“I want you to know that the events that led to Kerry’s death are very rare, and that she would not want you to worry. Hug your family and cherish... […]
Friends rally around Martin after loss of wife, son
Despite several days of hope and prayers, there was no reprieve for state Treasurer Dean Martin, whose wife and newborn son died within days of each other due to complications from childbirth.
Treasurer Martin’s wife dies after childbirth
Kerry Martin, the wife of state Treasurer Dean Martin, died on Memorial Day due to complications from childbirth, according to the Treasurer's Office.
Arizona’s general fund back in black
Arizona Treasurer Dean Martin said the state general fund has repaid short-term loans taken out to cover day-to-day spending, but warned that the state may have to borrow again in the near future if federal stimulus funds aren't received soon.
