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Another year, still no deal on Prop. 123
Key Points: Proposition 123 renewal failed for third consecutive legislative session Republicans, Democrats remained divided over education funding priorities 2026 elections likely determine Prop. 123’s future direction, fate Lawmakers drew […]
Alejandra Gomez: Leading LUCHA through the turbulence
Perhaps one of the most consistently present grassroots organizations at the Arizona State Capitol is LUCHA. Living United for Change in Arizona is a statewide organization that advocates for minority […]
As data centers grow, Arizona families pay the price
My father called me from work, complaining of a pounding headache and a sharp pain in his right arm. As a construction worker, he was helping build a data center […]
Salt River horse protections die in the Senate, animal advocates stunned
Key Points: A bill that would have offered more protections for the Salt River horses died without a vote in the Senate It would have directed genetic studies on the […]
Will abortion be a defining issue in Arizona’s general election?
Key Points: Reproductive rights advocates want abortion to be a “defining” issue in 2026 election Abortion could be central to the races for governor and attorney general Advocates are connecting […]
Biggs, Schweikert skip the fireworks in tame GOP governor debate
Key Points: Two Republican frontrunners largely avoided attacking each other on the debate stage Congressman Andy Biggs is the clear GOP favorite and emerged unscathed Congressman David Schweikert maintains he’s […]
Brian Hummell: The frontline of Arizona’s vape regulation movement
Last week, Gov. Katie Hobbs signed House Bill 4001, a measure described as the state’s “first step” toward the regulation of alternative nicotine products like vapes and e-cigarettes. The bill […]
Arizona’s coal future: winding down or full steam ahead?
Key Points: Arizona coal plants are facing pressure to stay open despite plans to transition to natural gas Clean energy debate is now central to the upcoming Arizona Corporation Commission […]
Water rule washed out: Judge voids state agency’s water demands for developers
Key Points: Judge rules state agency imposed illegal “tax” on developers Developers still need 100-year water supply to build in certain areas The ruling may have significant implications for future […]
Funding freeze? GOP seeks delay in state school overhaul
Key Points: Republican leaders seek to block court order to fix school funding system Judge Dewain Fox declares current system unconstitutional, citing unsafe buildings and lack of equipment His ruling […]
State treasurer hopefuls face off over land trusts, education funding in GOP primary
Key Points: State treasurer manages Arizona’s $32B in investments Outgoing Treasurer Kimberly Yere endorses Katherine Haley Elijah Norton touts backing of Turning Point State treasurer hopeful Elijah Norton is charging […]
Mayes joins ACLU challenge to Arizona law limiting abortion providers
Key Points: Democratic Attorney General Kris Mayes sides with ACLU challenging Arizona abortion laws Mayes asks court to declare restrictions on abortion services unconstitutional Arizona voters approved Proposition 139, adding […]
