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Lawmakers to explore how to get per diem increase after veto
Stunned by the governor's veto, some lawmakers already are exploring how – and when – they can finally get an increase in their living allowances.
Legislation to immunize well owners becomes law
A new law signed Thursday by Gov. Doug Ducey is designed to provide legal protections to those who drill wells into underground streams they are not legally entitled to tap.
Legislators pass proposal to triple their daily allowance
Brushing aside the “optics” of the last-minute action, state lawmakers voted Monday to triple the daily allowance they now get. The move by the House Appropriations Committee came after Rep. Noel Campbell, R-Prescott, urged colleagues to make the vote on the politically risky move bipartisan and unanimous.
Bill to free hairstylists from state regulation on Ducey’s desk
Arizonans who are having a bad hair day could soon get relief from people who are not licensed by the state.
Vehicle license fee to play major role in budget talks
A controversial $32 fee may be a sticking point in budget negotiations between legislative Republicans and Gov. Doug Ducey.
Senate passes repeal of car registration fee, showdown with Ducey imminent
State lawmakers are picking another fight with Gov. Doug Ducey over taxes and fees.
Former Rep. Shooter files suit
Claiming his rights were violated, ousted state Rep. Don Shooter has filed suit demanding unspecified damages.
Proposed gas tax tax hike faces stern opposition
Saying Arizona roads are crumbling due to neglect, a Prescott lawmaker is pushing a plan to eventually more than double the state's 18-cent-a-gallon gasoline tax.
Ugenti-Rita introduces bill to repeal vehicle fee
Calling its enactment "sneaky,'' a veteran lawmaker wants to repeal a new $32-a-vehicle fee on every car, truck, motorcycle and trailer that is being used to balance the state budget.
ADOT fee double forecasted amount, angers lawmakers
That balanced budget that Gov. Doug Ducey said wouldn't raise taxes is going to cost Arizona motorists an extra $32 a year for every car, truck and motorcycle they have.
House Republicans choose Rep. Bowers to lead them
Newly elected House Speaker Rusty Bowers, R-Mesa, inherits a chamber where he can't afford to alienate a single Republican.
Lawmakers jockey for leadership roles in House, Senate
The day after the November 6 election will be followed by another kind of vote, as elected Arizona senators and representatives will meet with their fellow Republicans and Democrats to choose leaders for their respective parties.
