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Hospital Lobby Fears They Might Not Get Medicaid Subsidies
Hospitals across the nation are threatening that unless state lawmakers implement the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act's - Obamacare - Medicaid expansion, the law's new taxes and spending cuts will lead to layoffs and closures.
Stopping the slaughter of guns
As hard as it is to believe, Arizona has a pro-gun bill, the likes of which hasn't even surfaced in South Carolina's gun-loving General Assembly.
GOP split left by Senate Medicaid battle
An Arizona Senate battle over expanding Medicaid revealed a fractured Republican majority that is likely to be exposed next in the House of Representatives as it takes up Gov.
Federal Court Says Arizona Violates Constitution by Denying Drivers Licenses to DREAMers
May 17 - A federal district court today said that the state of Arizona has no rational basis under the law to deny drivers' licenses to young immigrants authorized to live and work in the United States under the federal government's Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, but it stopped short of granting a preliminary injunction against the ... (more)
More immigrant felons freed than initially reported
Under pressure from lawmakers, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has disclosed new details about the criminal backgrounds of some of the approximately 2,200 immigration detainees let out of custody in February.
Governor honors Community Advisory Board with Statewide Volunteer Service Award
The Community Advisory Board for Pinal County was honored at the state capitol. Pictured from left are: Representative TJ Shope, member Carson McWilliams, Chair Debbie Martinez holding the Governor's Volunteer Service Award, Program Administrator Donna McBride, member Trudy Keenan, Deputy Director Denise Smith, member Linda Bakker, member Audrey ... (more)
Brewer's order on immigrant IDs stands
A judge on Thursday refused to halt Gov. Jan Brewer's order that denies driver's licenses for young immigrants in Arizona who have gotten work permits and avoided deportation under an Obama administration policy.
Lottery bill is no winner for Mohave County
Mohave County officials are crying foul after the Arizona Senate released a budget bill that would restore lottery funds to some but not all counties in the state.
The behavior of gold over the past decade might be compared to a moody co-worker. When he's happy, he's really happy.
AZ Senate moving budget bills quickly
The Arizona Senate began a final sprint to adjournment Wednesday as a committee debated 10 bills that provide $8.8 billion to fund education, health and welfare, and every other state function for the coming budget year.
Arizona small-business owners oppose Medicaid expansion
A new poll shows Arizona small business owners oppose a $1.6 billion expansion of the state's Medicaid system.
Feds Want Blood-Alcohol Level for DUIs to Drop From .08 to .05
The National Transportation Safety Board has decided that a blood-alcohol level of .08 is no longer the acceptable maximum for American drivers, and instead wants .05 to be the new threshold for DUIs.
Lawmakers take hit on per diem allowance
But at least it's going to get a little less expensive for taxpayers to keep their lawmakers in session.
Controversial Ariz. laws rack up big legal fees
Arizona has led the nation in recent years with laws targeting illegal immigrants, abortions and school choice.
Gov. Brewer to attend 4th Medicaid Rally
Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer is planning to attend a rally at the Capitol this week designed to pressure lawmakers into approving her plan to expand Medicaid.
Pinal County nominating panel lacks lawyer members
A new state commission to make nominations to fill Pinal County court vacancies has a quorum but none of the attorney members it's supposed to have.
Law to keep health benefits in place offers some security
The death of a local Department of Public Safety officer in recent days is a reminder of the importance of a piece of legislation signed into law by Arizona Gov.
Brewer getting more headaches from Arizona Naturopathic Physicians Medical Board
Arizona has scores of state boards and licensing agencies. Everything from boxing and barbers to liquor stores and physical therapists that are governed by a state board.
Arizona public schools wait for budget answers
Public school superintendents across Arizona say they aren't sure how many teachers they will be able to employ during the next school year because state lawmakers aren't providing answers.
Brewer: No more bills without budget
Republican Gov. Jan Brewer told lawmakers on Friday not to send her any more bills until there was significant progress on the budget and a proposed Medicaid expansion that has divided the GOP and triggered a legislative stalemate with no immediate end in sight.