Pingerelli's Bill to Keep Students Focused Passes Committee
STATE CAPITOL, PHOENIX – The Arizona House Committee on Science & Technology unanimously approved HB2484, a bill sponsored by State Representative Beverly Pingerelli, to require school districts and charter schools to adopt policies that regulate student access to the internet and limit the use of wireless communication devices during the school day.
"The excessive use of cell phones in schools is a growing crisis that is harming our children’s education and well-being. It’s time to restore order in the classroom," said Representative Pingerelli. "My bill ensures that schools establish common-sense policies to keep students focused on learning rather than scrolling through social media and texting during class. The goal is simple: devices should be 'away for the day' so kids can engage in their education, free from constant digital distractions."
Montenegro Talks Border Security
PHOENIX—Arizona Speaker of the House Steve Montenegro (R-13) spoke with Cactus Politics about securing the border in conjunction with President Donald Trump, saying, "Communication is where it starts" and how Arizona has "been very proactive in what type of legislation we can pass."
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"We need to make sure we are having the right communication. We are working closely with men like Tom Homan, the border czar. We are working closely with President Trump's domestic policy office. We want to make sure that we are partnering with them," Rep. Montenegro began.
After all, "Communication is where it starts," and he described the need for law enforcement at all levels are adequately supplied to aid federal agents in securing the border, "whether it is manpower, whether it is intelligence, data, communication, whatever they need to make sure we keep our community safe."
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Senator Ruben Gallego: Today I reintroduced the Shadow Wolves Improvement Act. Arizona’s Shadow Wolves are invaluable in our fight against human trafficking and drug smuggling. It’s about time they have the same benefits as other federal agents.
Representative Andy Biggs: BREAKING: The Senate just confirmed @BrookeLRollins to serve as President Trump’s Secretary of Agriculture. President Trump’s Cabinet is taking shape.
Representative Eli Crane: If you ever hear someone start a statement with “I'm 100% in favor of getting rid of waste and fraud,” then they have probably not ever lifted a finger to get rid of waste and fraud. It’s probably the beginning of an excuse to keep doing something wasteful or fraudulent.
Representative Juan Ciscomani: That's a wrap! Heading back to Arizona after the House passed my bill today to honor our commitment to securing the border.
Representative Abe Hamadeh: Congratulations to @RobertKennedyJr for being officially confirmed by the United States Senate as our nation's next Secretary of@HHSGov. Supporting Secretary Kennedy and President Trump’s MAHA initiative will be a top priority of Congressman Hamadeh. Let's Make America Healthy Again!
Governor Katie Hobbs: Legislators are attempting to jam through a partisan bill that guts vote by mail and makes it harder to vote. I offered common sense compromises to count votes faster, and they were rejected. I refuse to let extremists make it harder for Arizonans to vote.
AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes: We cannot allow our democratic processes to be hijacked by immense wealth and privilege. Proud to stand with @MIAttyGen, @TorrezforNM, and our Dem AG colleagues in fighting back against this violation of our Constitution.
AZ Treasurer Kimberly Yee: Today I met with members of the Arizona Bankers Association @azbankers to provide an update from the @AZTreasury and highlight important policy issues affecting Arizona and financial institutions.
State Representative Quang Nguyen: Criminals should be prosecuted and put away regardless of immigration status.
Maricopa County Supervisor Debbie Lesko: I enjoyed being with Senate President Warren Petersen, Supervisor Mark Stewart, Recorder Justin Heap, AZGOP Chair Gina Swoboda, and other legislators, as we called on @GovernorHobbs to sign SB 1011 / HB 2703. This bill will lead to faster election results in Arizona and help instill more confidence in our elections process.
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Hamadeh Commends Trump and Blasts Biden, Democrats for Border Crisis— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ) spoke during a House Republican press conference about the border, commending President Donald Trump's actions while condemning those of President Joe Biden and Democrats and pushing for the passage of Representative Juan Ciscomani's (R-AZ) Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act.
Gallego Questions Powell About Economic Impact of Tariffs— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) questioned Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell about the economic effects of tariffs on housing and interest rates during Tuesday's Senate Banking Committee hearing, emphasizing housing in Arizona.
Musk Exposes $59 Million of FEMA Aid Was Spent to House Illegals in NYC— By Cactus Politics' Mateo Guillamont— Elon Musk has announced that the Department of Government Efficiency found that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) spent $59 Million last week to house illegal immigrants in New York City.
