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AZ Supreme Court hears arguments in challenge of First Things First sweep
Whether the Legislature can legally sweep millions of dollars from a program that pays for children's health care may hinge on the fine print of a ballot initiative passed by voters in 2006.
Supreme Court case threatens further damage to strained relationship
The tension between Gov. Jan Brewer and the Legislature has been obvious for months while the two branches of government slugged it out over budget cuts and tax hikes. But the governor's decision to sue legislative leaders in the state Supreme Court has some wondering whether their relationship will be able to survive the strain.
House panel OKs bill to end matching funds, increase disbursements
A lawsuit filed last year that targets a key element of Arizona's system of publicly funded political campaigns has yet produce a definitive conclusion in the court of law, but the litigation already has lawmakers scrambling to create a stable foundation for the 2010 election cycle.
Resort developer sued over low-income housing
A developer who wants to build a $600 million luxury hotel in Scottsdale is in a battle with the federal government.
Opponents say Clean Elections impedes free speech; supporters say it levels campaign field
For 10 years, foes of Arizona’s publicly funded campaigns have fought a losing battle to destroy the political system they credit for burdening free speech rights and interfering with the natural selection of legislative and statewide elected officials.
Adams, Burns: Courts don’t have jurisdiction over budget negotiations
House Speaker Kirk Adams said a budget deal is likely before the end of the fiscal deadline as long as Gov. Jan Brewer agrees to continue negotiations. Adams said budget talks have been ongoing since the budget passed June 4. But he said Brewer's decision to ask the Arizona Supreme Court to intervene in the suit will only delay the process.
AZ Supreme Court to hear arguments from governor, Legislature
Gov. Jan Brewer has followed through on her threat to take legal action against the Legislature for its refusal to send her the budget bills it passed two weeks ago – and the state’s high court has signaled it will at least hear arguments from both the legislative and executive branches of government.
Burns, Adams say Brewer’s move ‘perplexing,’ ‘regrettable’
Legislative leaders called Gov. Jan Brewer's threat to involve the courts in the ongoing saga over the budget "regrettable" and "perplexing."
Family members can receive payment for care under workers’ comp
People who care for family members injured while working can receive payment under workers' compensation laws, according to a recent decision by the Arizona Supreme Court.
Brewer threatens legal action on budget bills
Gov. Jan Brewer said she is willing to sign a 2010 budget that does not include revenue from a proposed temporary tax increase, but other sticking points led Senate President Bob Burns to walk out on budget negotiations Sunday night (June 14).
Two-way attack waged on Clean Elections matching funds
While attorneys prepare for a summer showdown over the constitutionality of a segment of Arizona's system of public campaign financing, a committee of legislators will decide whether to give voters the opportunity to ban publicly funded campaigns entirely.
Lawsuit by Thomas, Arpaio against board is tossed
A Maricopa County judge has dismissed a lawsuit by Sheriff Joe Arpaio and County Attorney Andrew Thomas against the Board of Supervisors. Both objected to a move by the board to transfer $24 million to the state to balance the budget.
