Chairman Livingston criticized Governor Hobbs for Arizona's $350M shortfall, praising Treasurer Yee for transparency and blaming the governor for budget mismanagement.

Arizona breaks ground on a new dispatch center to enhance wildland firefighting efforts, offering advanced tech and more space for improved operations and safety.

Scottsdale’s Mayor’s Ability Awards offers scholarships to college-bound students with disabilities, celebrating their achievements and supporting their educational goals.

State attorneys general oppose VP's view of judicial power, affirm judiciary's role in preventing executive overreach per a statement led by Connecticut AG William Tong.

Bipartisan Senators reintroduced the Shadow Wolves Improvement Act to support Native American agents' border security efforts. The act aims to improve career opportunities and retention for the Shadow Wolves.

The Arizona House passed HB2703 to expedite election results and improve ballot handling, including earlier deadlines for early voting and enhanced security measures.

Arizona Representative Wilmeth introduced HB2871 to fund research on ibogaine for treating veterans' PTSD and TBI.

Arizona advances a bill to reduce phone use in schools, with State Rep. Pingerelli leading the effort. The bill aims to focus learning by limiting devices and received unanimous committee approval.

The Arizona House Commerce Committee unanimously passed HB2683 requiring physical stores to accept cash payments, aimed at preventing discrimination against the unbanked.

Lake Havasu City celebrates the first anniversary of its Municipal Courthouse with a public event at the City Council Chambers. The courthouse is recognized for its role in justice and community development.

Arizona's AG leads a multistate lawsuit challenging the federal empowerment of Elon Musk, citing a breach of constitutional powers and bypass of congressional approval.

Arizona GOP lawmakers are fast-tracking an election bill aimed at speeding up vote counts, which Governor Hobbs threatens to veto due to concerns over voter access. The bill would also change early voting practices.

Cochise County seeks a new Recorder after David Stevens' resignation; the Board will appoint a successor from his party, with five candidates in consideration. Public input is encouraged at a meeting on February 18.