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From child abuse to the Golden Rule: Bill would rid state of license plates linked to private groups
Roughly 1,800 Arizonans order a Child Abuse Prevention plate every month. That translates into almost $375,000 per year that goes to programs that prevent child abuse.
Tucson district to begin new cultural studies program
All eyes will be on Tucson Unified School District in the next year as it establishes a court-ordered “culturally relevant” classes.
And while most are going to see how the process unfolds, Attorney General Tom Horne is certain the curriculum merely will be a resurrected version of the banned Mexican American Studies program because the new classes are under development by the same [...]
House panel approves bill allowing miniature horses in restaurants
Next time you’re dining in a fine restaurant, you may find yourself breaking bread next to a miniature horse – but at least it won’t be a ferret, squirrel or snake.
Arizona lawmakers split – sharply – over State of the Union address
For Arizona lawmakers, President Barack Obama’s State of the Union address Tuesday was either an urgent national call to arms or a ruinous plan for big government, depending on which side of the aisle they sit on.
Arizona governor: Border residents don’t feel safe
The border with Mexico won't be secure until the people living near there feel safe from drug and human trafficking, said Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer Tuesday after touring the region just hours before President Barack Obama championed his immigration plan in the State of the Union address.
Flake raises hopes for hearing on judicial nominee after 19-month wait
Freshman Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., said he met with Rosemary Marquez and will review her writing, giving hope to her supporters that the long-delayed judicial nominee will finally get a hearing after 19 months.
Tombstone’s Surgeon to the Gunfighters
Dr. George Goodfellow with his horse, a gift from Mexico’s President Porfirio Diaz.
Senator proposes online voting for 2014
A bill to establish an online voting pilot program in time for the 2014 primary election is drawing bipartisan support in the Arizona State Senate.
Sen. Bob Worsley, R-Mesa, said the technology is readily available to ensure the safety and accuracy of online voting – an effort that could save the state millions of dollars in expenses racked up by mailing ballots to voters, he added.
Medical marijuana is a responsible program — reform, don’t repeal
Arizona’s Medical Marijuana law is two years old. Patients have had the ability to get medical marijuana cards, giving them the legal protection they need. But the regulated dispensary portion of the program that was specifically called for in the law has been delayed due to numerous obstructions and legal challenges from state and local officials, primarily Republicans.
With halting voice, Giffords speaks out on guns, NRA fights back
Severely wounded and still recovering, former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords begged lawmakers at an emotional hearing Wednesday to act quickly to curb firearms because "Americans are counting on you." Not everyone agreed, underscoring the national political divide over gun control.
Rep. Andrea Dalessandro, D-Green Valley
Name: Andrea Dalessandro Chamber: House of Representatives Party: Democrat Profession: Retired math teacher and CPA Hometown: Sahuarita Legislative District: 2, including parts of Tucson, South Tucson, Green Valley, Sahuarita and... […]
Rep. Stefanie Mach, D-Tucson
Name: Stefanie Mach Chamber: House of Representatives Party: Democrat Profession: Runs a consulting business for nonprofit organizations. Hometown: Tucson Legislative District: 10, which includes central, northeast and southeast Tucson. Committee... […]
