Arizona Legislature

Legislative Leaders Push Redistricting Commission Changes

By Associated Press • Feb 23, 2018

Republican legislative leaders want to dramatically overhaul the independent commission that draws congressional and legislative maps every decade.

Senate OKs New Abortion Reporting Bill

By Associated Press • Feb 23, 2018

The Republican-controlled Arizona Senate on Thursday approved to legislation increasing reporting requirements for abortion providers and a second bill allowing a parent to use embryos from a marriage even after a divorce.

Navajo Leaders Press Arizona Lawmakers for NGS Coal Tax Exemption

By Ryan Heinsius • Feb 22, 2018

Navajo Nation officials are pressing the Arizona legislature to take steps to prevent the Navajo Generating Station from closing next year. KNAU’s Ryan Heinsius reports, lawmakers are considering legislation that would do away with a tax on coal in hopes of attracting potential buyers.

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Democrats Fail to Force Arizona House Vote on Bump Stock Ban

By Associated Press • Feb 21, 2018

Arizona House Democrats on Tuesday failed to force a vote on their proposal to ban "bump stock" devices that allow extremely rapid firing of guns.

Child Marriage Bill Advances in State House with Exceptions

By Ryan Heinsius • Feb 16, 2018

A bill being considered in the state legislature to outlaw child marriage has advanced. KNAU’s Ryan Heinsius reports, it passed the House Judiciary and Public Safety Committee Tuesday after lawmakers added some exceptions.