Arizona Legislature
Kevin Stone
Arizona House Democratic caucus back to full strength with Junelle Cavero’s appointment
The Arizona House Democratic caucus is back to full strength after Junelle Cavero was appointed Tuesday to fill a vacant south Phoenix seat.21 hours ago
Kevin Stone
Arizona Republican lawmakers consider ballot strategy to counter abortion rights initiative
Arizona Republican lawmakers are considering a ballot-flooding strategy to counter a voter initiative that would ensure abortion rights.2 days ago
Kevin Stone
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoes school cellphone ban, says it’s unnecessary
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed a proposed student cellphone ban, saying "schools are already addressing" the issue.6 days ago
Associated Press
Arizona Republican lawmakers shut down discussion on proposal to repeal abortion ban
Shouts of “Shame! Shame!” rang out in the Arizona House as Republican lawmakers shut down discussion on a proposed repeal a near-total abortion ban.7 days ago
Kevin Stone
Arizona Senate Republican leader responds to state Supreme Court abortion ruling
The Republican leader of the Arizona Senate said Wednesday he wanted the state Supreme Court to rule the way it did on abortion a day earlier.8 days ago
KTAR Video
Video: Is Arizona going to turn back the clock 150 years on women’s abortion rights
The Arizona Supreme Court will announce its decision Tuesday whether the state will uphold its current abortion law or revert back to an 1864 law regarding women’s rights to an abortion. Outspoken with Bruce & Gaydos take a look at what women’s rights hang in the balance. Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News Photo: […]9 days ago
Kevin Stone
Reps. Andy Biggs, Paul Gosar reportedly subpoenaed in Arizona fake elector probe
Reps. Andy Biggs and Paul Gosar reportedly have been ordered to testify for the grand jury looking into Arizona's 2020 fake elector case.12 days ago
Kevin Stone
Arizona budget negotiations gain urgency as Legislature looks to wrap up session
Arizona lawmakers are turning their focus to behind-the-scenes work, including budget negotiations, as the legislative session winds down.14 days ago
Serena O'Sullivan
Maricopa County Board of Supervisors picks Deborah Nardozzi to fill Arizona House seat
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors appointed Deborah Nardozzi to fill an opening at the Arizona Legislature on Wednesday.14 days ago
Kevin Stone
Arizona Democrat delivers speech on obstacles to getting abortion for her unviable pregnancy
An Arizona Democratic lawmaker shared her experience of seeking an abortion to demonstrate the real-world impact of the Legislature’s actions.29 days ago
Kevin Stone
Democratic Rep. Jevin Hodge resigns from Arizona House in wake of sexual misconduct report
Democratic Rep. Jevin Hodge resigned from the Arizona House on Tuesday, a day after a media report revealed that he was accused of sexual misconduct in 2015.30 days ago
Kevin Stone
Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoes Arizona Starter Homes Act, which drew pushback from cities
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs on Monday vetoed a housing reform bill that would have prevented local governments from regulating home designs and lot sizes.1 month ago
Kevin Stone
Here’s how Arizona GOP lawmakers aim to avoid Hobbs’ veto stamp on some border legislation
Arizona Republicans are continuing to push border-related legislation after Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs rejected their first bill to address the issue.1 month ago
Reagan Priest /Cronkite News
Civility in state government is rare but Arizona’s House Commerce Committee stands out
The Arizona House Commerce Committee is bucking the trend of combative American politics and is gaining a reputation for its civil discourse.1 month ago
Serena O'Sullivan
Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoes GOP-backed bill on border crossing, says it’s a political ploy
Gov. Katie Hobbs' vetoed Senate Bill 1231, a GOP-backed border crossing bill, according to a Monday announcement.1 month ago
Danny Shapiro
East Valley teen beaten by brass knuckles says halt on possible weapon ban ‘disheartening’
An East Valley teen who was beaten in a 2022 brass knuckles attack and has pushed for a ban on the weapon in Arizona said he was told the Legislature won't take any action on it this session.2 months ago
Martin Dreyfuss/Cronkite News
Arizona business owners rally against bill requiring E-Verify checks for jobs, benefits
Arizona business owners rallied Monday against an immigration bill they say will drive businesses and workers out of the state.2 months ago
Serena O'Sullivan
Elda Luna-Nájera will fill Leezah Sun’s vacant seat in Arizona House of Representatives
Elda Luna-Nájera will replace Leezah Sun as the representative of Arizona's Legislative District 22, which is in the West Valley.2 months ago
KTAR Video
Video: Arizona Speaker of the House explains tough immigration law for your review
Ben Toma, Arizona Speaker of the House, explains tough immigration law for your review. Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News2 months ago
Kevin Stone
Arizona Sec. Adrian Fontes blames thwarted election crisis on ‘rumors,’ ‘conspiracy theories’
Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes thinks lawmakers addressed the wrong issue when they revised the state’s election calendar.2 months ago
KTAR Video
Video: Arizona lawmaker wants to change state law related to drug use and homelessness
State representative Matt Gress joined The Chris and Joe show to talk about the changes in Arizona law he related to drug use and homelessness that he has proposed. Video: Felisa Cárdenas and Gray Gartin/KTAR News2 months ago
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Charles Lucking appointed to fill Arizona House seat vacated by Amish Shah
Charles Lucking was appointed Wednesday by the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors to fill the Arizona House of Representatives seat vacated by Amish Shah earlier this month.2 months ago
Associated Press
Arizona GOP leaders sue Biden administration over Grand Canyon-area national monument
The Arizona Legislature’s top two Republicans have challenged President Joe Biden’s creation of a new national monument near Grand Canyon National Park.2 months ago
