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Arizona has a surplus. How will lawmakers spend it?

Gavel to Gavel speaks with economist Jim Rounds about the state's budget outlook and how long Arizona's surplus might last.

Arizona House votes to delay controversial new election law

As it stands now, the law would likely go into effect between the primary and general elections this year.

Arizona will require voters to prove citizenship, residency

The Legislature’s own lawyers say the measure is unconstitutional, directly contradicts a recent Supreme Court decision and is likely to be thrown out in court.

Arizona lawmakers may give some politicians an early retirement with full pension

Some members of the elected officials retirement plan could retire at age 55 after 10 years in office, instead of waiting until age 62.

Senate committee backs bill to end local mail elections

Many municipalities, including Tucson, have embraced the practice.

Gov. Ducey proposes $14.25 billion state budget

Plan calls for earned income tax credit and socking an additional $425 million in the state's rain day fund.

Pima County supervisors appoint Mathis, Abraham for legislative seats

The Democrats will vacancies representing Tucson.

Arizona redistricting commission approves draft congressional, legislative maps

Over objections from Democrats, draft includes Republican-leaning district in Pima County.

State judge strikes down law banning schools from requiring students to wear masks

Legislature violated constitution by rolling mask law and other policies into the state budget, a judge ruled Monday.

200K Arizona drivers getting refunds over public safety fee

The refunds involve a controversial public safety fee that was part of vehicle registration costs approved three years ago and later rescinded.

Foothills want out of current congressional and legislative districts

Residents gave the Independent Redistricting Commission an earful.

Flat tax passes Arizona House

The flat tax was a priority for Governor Doug Ducey.

Democrats stop budget vote in AZ House

The minority party staged a walkout and stopped the voting process.

Legislature passes wildfire relief bill

Hundreds of millions of dollars will go to help fight wildfires and communities impacted by the fires.

Flat tax proposal stalls in AZ House

A lone Republican is holding up the budget by refusing to vote for the flat tax.

Daniel Hernandez running for Congress

The Tucson state lawmaker is the third Democratic legislator in the race.

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