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More than 300 striker amendments proposed during legislative session
State lawmakers have introduced more than 300 striker amendments this session as they look to revive stalled bills, drop new legislation after deadline and correct proposals up for debate. A […]
House passes D-Backs funding bill 35-25, tosses it to Senate
A legislative proposal intended to keep the Arizona Diamondbacks in Phoenix for the long-term future cleared the Arizona House of Representatives on Feb. 26 as the team officials consider the […]
Slimmed-down version of ‘weapons of war’ measure advances
Arizonans who want to possess everything from pipe bombs to hand grenades will have to instead settle for automatic weapons, sawed-off shotguns and silencers.
Unelected bureaucrats decide whether you can buy a home
This decision has significant implications for all of Arizona from the increased cost of housing, the questionable management of our aquifers, and the economic implications to our local cities and towns.  Â
Following in my father’s steps
The call to public service has been stamped on me from my earliest memories. In the Way family, it was never a question of if we would serve, but when.
Lawmakers set their sights on Corporation Commission, utilities
Lawmakers in both parties have introduced several bills this session that could affect the Arizona Corporation Commission, utility companies and ratepayers.Â
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.
Republicans bring back rejected ballot measure as new bill
Despite voters rejecting Proposition 315 during the November election, Republicans in the Legislature are bringing the ballot measure back as a newly introduced bill.Â
Is the door open for change in the criminal justice system?
Another legislative session means another swing at criminal justice changes, and this year advocates are hopeful for the passage of ...
Pro-choice groups, Democrats eye dismantling abortion laws – success unlikely
Abortion rights advocates are eyeing the state’s existing statutory scheme next legislative session, with hopes of repealing state laws ...
Finding bipartisan solutions to affordable housing shortage continues
Lawmakers at the state Capitol have made some strides to increase affordable housing in recent sessions, but both parties are prioritizing the issue in 2025 as ...
Hiking teacher pay a priority as lawmakers prepare to renew Prop. 123
With the general fund set to take on dollars previously provided by the state land trust through Proposition 123 at the end of the fiscal year, the goal of both the House and Senate ...
