University Funding Proposal Holds Up State Budget
A policy debate on university maintenance could keep lawmakers in session longer.
Bill Would Replace Standardized Tests for Arizona High Schoolers
Schools can have more choices when replacing the test.
Ban on Paid Petition Gatherers Takes One More Step in State Legislature
The Senate gave initial approval to a bill banning the practice.
In One Campus Building, a Window into the Cost of Deferred Maintenance
UA needs $350 million to catch up with campus repair, maintenance needs.
Legislature Moving Ahead with Arizona Budget
Funding for universities could be a hangup this year, House speaker says, though he expects completion soon.
Bill Limiting Signature Gathering May See Vote in Arizona Senate This Week
The measure would ban paying per signature on petitions, which opponents say is a way to suppress citizen initiatives.
Longer School Recess Bill Advances in State Senate
Kindergarten through fifth graders now get 20 minutes; bill would add second recess.
Arizona Court Upholds Funding of Medicaid Expansion
The hospital levy is constitutional because it is not a tax, appellate panel rules.
No Teacher Raise Details in House Subcommittee's Budget Plan
Group sends its K-12 spending recommendations to state budget writers.
Tucson Gun Destruction Case Heads to Top State Court
The city says its charter status allows to to destroy seized guns; the state disagrees.
Running for Federal Office? You May Have to Choose Just One
Arizona bill would limit candidates, with the exception of president or vice president hopefuls.
Legislature, Back from Recess, Wants School Kids to Have It, Too
Unstructured recess could become a requirement for every school day.
More Veterans Might Qualify for Arizona In-State Tuition
A bill up for a vote in the House Monday expands eligibility.
Bill May Tighten Restrictions on Citizen Initiatives
Legislative committee adds requirements for petition gatherers.
School Vouchers Bill Moves to Full Arizona Senate
All Arizona students could be eligible for vouchers if the plan passes.
