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Ducey Says ACC Creeping Beyond its Authority

By • Jun 18, 2019
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By Howard Fischer - Capitol Media Services
PHOENIX -- Gov. Doug Ducey said Monday the Arizona Corporation Commission has been getting into areas beyond its constitutional authority to set utility rates.

Legislative Panels Pass $11.8 Billion Budget

By • May 23, 2019

By Howard Fischer - Capitol Media Services
PHOENIX -- The $11.8 billion state budget cleared its first hurdles Wednesday as the package of spending and tax cuts was approved by a pair of legislative panels.

Student-Led Group That Lobbied For Gun Control Refocuses Goal

By • May 14, 2019
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By Howard Fischer

Capitol Media Services

PHOENIX -- A student-led group that tried to get lawmakers to enact gun control last year is refocusing on something more attainable.

Ballot Initiative Would Address Political Activity in the Classroom

By • May 7, 2019
Capitol Media Services 2017 file photo by Howard Fischer

By Howard Fischer - Capitol Media Services 

PHOENIX -- Unable to get even a hearing on his plan, Rep. Mark Finchem, R-Oro Valley, is now working with parents and some teachers to put a measure on the 2020 ballot to block educators from engaging in classroom political advocacy.

Arizona Senate Confirms Four To Appellate Court Commission Amid Diversity Concerns

By • May 3, 2019

By Howard Fischer

Capitol Media Services

PHOENIX -- State senators confirmed four new members to the Commission on Appellate Court Appointments this week over the objection of Democrats who complained the 15-member panel lacks political, gender and ethnic diversity.

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