House Democrats Unveil Education Funding Plan
Latest in series of plans from governor, Republican legislators, state schools chief.
Arizona One of Two States Without Law Against Texting While Driving
State Senator Steve Farley says he'll make his 10th attempt to pass a state ban next year
Arizona House Approves Abortion Restriction Bill
The Arizona House voted to approve a bill barring women from buying a health insurance plan through the federal marketplace that includes abortion coverage.
New Bill Would Establish Insurance Requirements for Ridesharing
Those using ride-for-hire apps would need insurance beyond personal plan
Standardized Tests No Longer Required in High School
State law, effective Friday, eliminates mandate to pass AIMS or any state exam to graduate
2015 Legislature Faces Familiar Budget Issues
Lawmakers convene Monday, with new state administration, same fiscal problems atop their agenda.
US Supreme Court Takes AZ Congressional Districting
GOP lawmakers say Independent Redistricting Commission usurps legislative authority by handling remapping.
Judge: State Must Immediately Pay Public Schools Nearly $317M
Hearing in October to also decide whether to reimburse back payments not provided in 2009 budget.
AZ Week: Foster Parents, Child Advocates Demand Better System
Brewer signs 2 overhaul bills establishing department to replace CPS; years of crisis mode operation drove issue.
UPDATE: Brewer Signs Child Welfare Overhaul Bills
Legislature finalized approval earlier today; legislation creates Dept. of Child Safety, gives it about $827M in funding.
CPS Special Legislative Session Begins
House Speaker Andy Tobin told his chamber he expects committee votes on the proposals Wednesday and final votes Thursday.
Special Legislative Session Next Week to Debate CPS Reform Bill
Legislation establishes the Department of Child Safety, provides funding; Brewer abolished state CPS earlier this new amid more than 6,500 un-investigated cases.
Brewer Appeals Ruling Allowing Medicaid Lawsuit
Gov. Jan Brewer and AHCCCS director petitioned the Arizona Supreme Court to look into recent appellate court decision regarding state's motion to dismiss such suit.
CPS Reform Work Begins at AZ Capitol
Lawmakers are meeting with staff to draft legislation to create a new child welfare agency.
Appeals Court Revives Lawsuit Challenging Medicaid Expansion
The Arizona court ruled Tuesday that lawmakers have the right to sue over a hospital assessment that funds the expansion.
