Second president of Navajo Nation dies after COVID-19 battle
Albert Hale, who also served on the Arizona Legislature, died Tuesday.
House passes defense spending bill banning new uranium mines around Grand Canyon
The Senate version of the bill does not include the ban on new uranium mines.
Bill calls for more tribal community access to federal stockpile of medical supplies
Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Tom Udall say health systems serving Native communities need to be prepared for an outbreak of COVID-19.
Arizona Legislature plans to pass necessary bills, adjourn by the end of the week
The House speaker said the goal is to pass a baseline budget and bills to keep agencies running before wrapping work due to COVID-19.
Arizona coronavirus news briefs, March 16
AP coverage of COVID-19 impacting the state: Arizona schools closed, cases up to 18, primary election, and more.
State lawmakers debate bill on treatment of Lyme disease
The bill failed in the Arizona House, but a parliamentary move could mean another vote dealing with long-term treatment of the disease.
Arizona Senate OKs bill boosting firefighter cancer coverage
The proposal tightens rules enacted in 2017 that said certain cancers were presumed to be caused by workplace exposures.
House bill could generate more health services for Native American elders
If passed, the Tribal Elder Care Improvement Act would award grants to tribal agencies to support elder health care.
Ducey backs court orders to require mental health evaluations
The governor said law enforcement needs tools to keep firearms away from people with mental health problems.
Law aims to help prevent teen suicides in Arizona
Recent legislation mandates suicide prevention training in the state's middle schools and high schools.
Arizona Governor Signs Repeal of HIV/AIDS Instruction Law
The state schools superintendent said the law created myth and fear around the mention of LGBTQ relationships in the classroom.
Two Bills Could Set New Minimum Age for Tanning Salons
Sponsors of the proposals have spent nearly a decade trying to get the restrictions put into law.
Lawmakers Look to Bolster Oversight of Care Facilities After Rape
The legislation would require certain facilities to apply for a license.
State Bill Aims to Reduce Teen Vaping
The proposed law would provide a clearer definition of what an e-cigarette is.
Arizona Abortion Seekers Will Face More Questions From Providers
A newly signed bill requires doctors to ask additional questions and share answers with the state.
