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Proposed law requires governor to meet with emergency panel
State lawmakers are moving to force Gov. Doug Ducey to finally use the existing Statewide Emergency Council that was specifically created to advise him and monitor his activities.
House panels Oks bill to let college athletes profit from skills
State lawmakers are just a step away from allowing athletes at Arizona colleges and universities to profit from their skills, at least indirectly.
Dems claim bill gives churches immunity from lawsuits
It's promoted as a measure to ensure that no future governor shuts down religious services during an emergency, but some legislators worry that the actual wording of the legislation would potentially immunize churches from lawsuits over child abuse.
Now in Arizona: Hope Delivered Every 10 Seconds
A true testament to the grit and resilience of our community, Arizona has managed to move from a time of hopelessness and uncertainty to becoming a role model of strength and unity. While we need to stay vigilant and still have a long road ahead, standing shoulder to shoulder against an enemy we cannot even see will lead us to victory. This is genuine, authentic love in action, and it changes us a[...]
Lawmakers in negotiation on $1B in tax cuts, flat income tax
House Majority Leader Ben Toma, R-Peoria, said that while the details are still in flux, he believes support exists for the idea of phasing in a flat income tax over three or four years. He said he would like to see the rate around 2.5%.
Cities simply need to enforce good neighborhood policy
Paradise Valley Mayor Bien-Willner is wrong. Cities have all the authority they need to enforce good neighborhood policy.
Jobless benefits bill puts Ducey in political pickle
With state lawmakers angling to increase the unemployment cap for the first time since 2004, Gov. Doug Ducey will likely face a political quandary.
Lawmakers pass measures to curb executive emergency power
State legislators voted Thursday on multiple fronts to curb the power of the governor -- this one and future ones -- to declare and maintain an emergency.
Ducey skips CPAC, Trump, focuses on AZ
As Republicans across the state and country face a party identity crisis about moving on from former President Donald Trump or to keep embracing him and his ideals, Gov. Doug Ducey has seemingly separated himself from the drama.
Sports betting bill gets House approval
A bipartisan coalition of legislators gave Gov. Doug Ducey a crucial victory Thursday as they approved his plan to expand off-reservation gaming in the state.
Ducey swings open school doors
Declaring it's safe, Gov. Doug Ducey is ordering all schools to return to in-person and teacher-led instruction.
Ducey first in his age group’s line for Covid vaccine
Getting a leg up on everyone else in his age group, Gov. Doug Ducey got his first dose of the Covid vaccine on Tuesday morning. But his press aide insists... […]
