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Apr 15, 2025

Axon gets approval for Scottsdale headquarters from Senate

Editor’s note: This article was expanded to include voices from Scottsdale community organizations on April 18. Key Points SB1543 would allow a massive multifamily residential headquarters for Axon The legislation […]

Apr 1, 2025

Legislators now considering 2 bills to increase their own pay

Arizona lawmakers gave approval Monday to two different ways to raise their own pay, adding a plan to give a major increase in daily expense payments to legislators who live […]

State Representative Tony Rivero speaking with attendees on the floor of the Arizona House of Representatives on opening day of the 57th legislature in Phoenix, Arizona.
Mar 29, 2025

Striker aims to bypass Scottsdale voters for Axon zoning

A Republican lawmaker has introduced a striker bill that would clear the path for Axon to build a new global headquarters in north Scottsdale and bypass a ballot initiative calling […]

Mar 19, 2025

Taiwan’s president hails Arizona chips project in meeting with visiting governor

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwan’s President William Lai Ching-te said that a Taiwanese semiconductor company’s massive investment in Arizona is the “best model” for the island’s effort to build computer […]

Mar 9, 2025

To Lower Costs for Families and Businesses, We Must End Lawsuit Abuse

During my tenure at the Arizona legislature and my time as Speaker of the House, I saw firsthand how a thriving economy can provide opportunities for everyone, from our families […]

Bellmen, desk workers and other employees at the Hyatt hotel picket outside with Unite Here Local 11 after walking out early Thursday, June 9, 2005, in West Hollywood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ric Francis)
Mar 3, 2025

Outsider influence threatens Arizona’s Economic growth

Arizona stands at a crossroads, and the stakes could not be higher. For decades, Axon has proudly called this state home, growing from a local startup into a global leader […]

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Feb 5, 2025

Proposal would slash jobless benefits in good times

State lawmakers are trying to cut the amount of time you can collect unemployment benefits while you look for another job.

Jan 21, 2025

Legislature should resist new health care mandates and embrace reforms

We encourage lawmakers to take a thoughtful look at all legislation that will directly impact the health care delivery system.

Dec 9, 2024

Arizona lawmakers must prioritize progress over partisan agendas in 2025

A thriving economy depends on a high quality education system.  We must collaborate across the aisle to develop pragmatic solutions for our most important resource, our people.

Aug 22, 2024

Inflation and credit card swipe fees devastating

As inflation continues to run rampant, no other racial or ethnic group has felt the financial sting more than Native Americans. When surveyed, 69% of them reported “serious financial struggle” […]

Apr 1, 2024

Michigan’s repeal of worker protections is a cautionary tale for Arizona

Arizona is one of the fastest growing states in the nation. Many have worked hard to design state policy that attracts talent and investment, making it easier for Main Street to do business and create new employment opportunities for workers. Voters should protect workers’ choice this Fall and reject efforts to repeal our state’s right-to-work law. 

Mar 29, 2024

Most Arizonans agree post-secondary education a must

Found in an Education Forward survey, 90% of voters on both sides of the aisle agree that post-secondary education improves quality of life.

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