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Celebrate Freedom Week Could Soon Be Mandatory in Arizona Public Schools

Senator Mark Finchem (R-AZ) has a question for Arizona's students: if you don't know where your civil rights come from,…

2 weeks ago

Carine Werner's Push to Reform Arizona's Child Welfare System Reaches Governor's Desk

Two bills designed to strengthen protections for vulnerable children in Arizona are now sitting on Governor Katie Hobbs' (D-AZ) desk,…

2 weeks ago

Yassamin Ansari Demands Congressional Oversight as the U.S. and Iran Reach Ceasefire

Representative Yassamin Ansari (D-AZ) says the U.S.-Iran deal is a step in the right direction. She also says it never…

3 weeks ago

Andy Biggs Warns of Cartel Safe Houses as Arizona Budget Targets Border Security

Arizona didn't end up at the heart of the border crisis by accident, according to Representative Andy Biggs (R-AZ). The…

3 weeks ago

DACA Turns 14 Amid Legal Uncertainty & Arizona Lawmakers Say It's Time for Congress to Act

On Monday evening, two Arizona congressmembers stood before a crowd in Central Phoenix to mark a significant milestone: 14 years…

3 weeks ago

'You Can't Even Describe It': Abe Hamadeh Praises The UFC 250

While some in Washington were raising eyebrows at Sunday night's UFC event on the White House South Lawn, Congressman Abe…

3 weeks ago

Hildy Angius Looks to End Revolving Door for Mentally Ill Residents

For many Arizonans living with severe mental illness, the routine looks something like this: a psychiatric crisis leads to an…

3 weeks ago

Arizona Teachers Union Responds After Legislature Closes Session Without Prop 123

The Arizona Education Association (AEA) is expressing disappointment following the close of the 2026 legislative session, after Republican lawmakers adjourned…

3 weeks ago

Ruben Gallego Shares World Cup Picks as 2026 Tournament Begins With Mexico Win

Soccer fans around the world are picking their favorites as the 2026 World Cup gets underway, and Senator Ruben Gallego…

3 weeks ago

Adelita Points to Arizona's Voucher Troubles to Make Case Against Federal Program

Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva (D-AZ) is taking on a new federal private school voucher program, introducing legislation this week to repeal…

3 weeks ago

Five Bills Targeting Parental Rights and Youth Medical Care Head to Katie Hobbs

Arizona Republican lawmakers have forwarded a five-bill legislative package to Governor Katie Hobbs (D-AZ), with measures addressing parental rights in…

3 weeks ago

20 Projects, $15 Million: Adelita Grijalva's Federal Funding Push for Southern Arizona

Southern Arizona could be in line for a significant infusion of federal dollars, thanks to a sweeping set of funding…

3 weeks ago

Arizona's Sixth District Stands to Gain Millions If FY27 Health Bill Clears the House

Congressman Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ) had a busy Wednesday, and if the day went according to plan, rural communities across Southeastern…

3 weeks ago

Arizona Senate Approves Kevin Payne Measure on Health Worker Privacy

State Senator Kevin Payne (R-AZ) saw a key piece of legislation advance this week as a bill focused on protecting…

3 weeks ago

Andy Biggs Demands Warrant Requirement Before FISA Renewal Vote

Representative Andy Biggs (R-AZ) is calling on Congress to pass new protections for Americans' privacy, arguing that the federal government…

3 weeks ago

Juan Ciscomani Helps Republicans Push Through Border Billions Without Democratic Support

Representative Juan Ciscomani (D-AZ) is calling it a win after Congress finally resolved a lengthy dispute over funding for the…

3 weeks ago

Facing a Shrinking Industry, Arizona Ranchers Get a Potential Lifeline From Congress

For cattle ranchers across Arizona, the federal government has not always felt like an ally, and Congressman Eli Crane (R-AZ)…

4 weeks ago

Matt Gress Champions New Law Protecting Special Education Students Who Change Schools

Representative Matt Gress (R-AZ) is celebrating the signing of a new state law aimed at ensuring vulnerable students don't fall…

4 weeks ago