AZ Republicans Reveal Budget Plan

Arizona Republican lawmakers introduced a budget proposal this week that includes significant tax relief and spending reductions across most state agencies, though it leaves out... READ MORE

AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes: You can’t talk about affordability while cutting the very enforcement that helps protect it. Antitrust and consumer fraud laws stop big businesses from ripping off Arizonans and taking what they’ve earned — yet the GOP budget slashes @arizonaago’s funding by 5%.

AZ Secretary of State Adrian Fontes: Today State Department employees wore jeans in honor of Denim Day. Held on the last Wednesday of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Denim Day is an opportunity for individuals to show their support for victims of sexual violence. The Arizona State Department is an active supporter of victims of sexual violence and maintains the Address Confidentiality Program (ACP).

State Representative Rachel Keshel: I am absolutely honored to receive this award! Thank you to @matthewnielsen and @allianceforedu for putting your trust in me to ensure that every AZ child can receive the education that they need and deserve!!!

State Representative Joseph Chaplik: Endorsement Alert Gun Owners of America has just endorsed my campaign for Congress. I’m a staunch defender of the Second Amendment and proud to stand on the front lines fighting with them. I’m very proud to have their support. @GunOwners

State Representative Nick Kupper: It is extremely important to heed what Rep Olson is quoted saying in this article. This budget is $300M larger than last year’s which outpaces inflation & population growth. The budget @GovernorHobbs wants is another $800M larger than that! She wants to rob you blind.

State Representative John Gillette: 100 Million dollars wasted by the Democrats to pull a redistricting scam and fail.. that 100 Million will not be available for the mid term battle. I approve!

State Representative Walt Blackman: Big moment on the floor today! Representative Allen just brought the House to its feet with a standing ovation after a bold, unapologetic speech supporting a conservative budget. She didn’t flinch—she told the truth: government isn’t the solution, it’s the problem. And she drove it home—teach your kids to work hard, and they won’t need government to bail them out. That’s leadership. That’s conviction. Proud to stand with fighters who mean what they say and say what they mean.

State Representative Quang Nguyen: As of April 2026, the DOJ and ATF have initiated a "New Era of Reform," focusing on reducing burdens on lawful gun owners and dealers by repealing zero-tolerance enforcement policies. Key reforms include simplifying Form 4473, updating NFA transportation rules, and focusing enforcement on willful violations rather than minor administrative errors.

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