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News from June 2023

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Space & Science Subcommittee Chair Sinema Talks Future of Space Innovation, Exploration with Blue Origin

By Grand Canyon Times Report | Jun 9, 2023

Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema – Chair of the Space and Science Subcommittee – met with members of Blue Origin to discuss priorities ensuring the safety, efficiency, and success of space research and exploration efforts.

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Sinema, NATIVE HEALTH Discuss Providing Accessible, Affordable Care for Arizona Tribal Communities

By Grand Canyon Times Report | Jun 8, 2023

Senator addressed challenges and opportunities in ensuring tribal communities can access critical services from urban Indian health centers

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How many Under 25-year-olds died in Arizona during week ending May 20?

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 8, 2023

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 14 individuals under the age of 25 died during the week ending May 20.

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Governor Hobbs Unveils 100-Year Study To Protect Valley Groundwater Supplies and Announces $40 million Investment in Arizona Water Resiliency Fund

By Grand Canyon Times Report | Jun 8, 2023

On June 2 Governor Katie Hobbs unveiled the Phoenix Active Management Area (AMA) Groundwater Model and the Arizona Department of Water Resources’ latest study of groundwater conditions across the Phoenix metropolitan area

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Attorney General Mayes Urges Congress to Help Preserve Local Journalism

By Grand Canyon Times Report | Jun 8, 2023

Attorney General Kris Mayes joined a multi-state coalition urging Congress to pass the Journalism Competition and Preservation Act of 2023 (S. 1094).

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Sen. Shamp on COVID-19 vaccine: 'There was no data proving it was safe or effective and now the data is proving the exact opposite'

By Grand Canyon Times Report | Jun 7, 2023

Failures and potential dangers of the COVID-19 vaccine were brought to light during a recent hearing in Arizona, State Sen. Janae Shamp said.

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Senate Approves Sinema-Backed Bill Designating May 2023 as Brain Tumor Awareness Month

By Grand Canyon Times Report | Jun 7, 2023

Bipartisan resolution supports efforts to develop better treatments for brain tumors

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363 people age 85 and older in Arizona are estimated to have died during week ending May 20

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 7, 2023

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 363 individuals age 85 and older died during the week ending May 20.

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Attorney General Mayes Warns of the Danger of Artificial Intelligence Voice-Clone Scams

By Grand Canyon Times Report | Jun 7, 2023

Attorney General Kris Mayes today warned Arizonans that scammers appear to be using voice clones generated by artificial intelligence to defraud consumers.

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Sinema Supports Documented Dreamers’ Pathway to Citizenship in New Bipartisan Bill

By Grand Canyon Times Report | Jun 7, 2023

Senator cosponsored the bipartisan America’s Children Act – legislation providing certainty for children of long-term visa holders who have been waiting years for a green card

Arizona's ban on boys playing in girls' school sports - everything you need to know

By Grand Canyon Times Report | Jun 6, 2023

Your one-stop shop for news and commentary about Arizona's laws regarding transgender children

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CDC estimates 365 people in 75-84 age group in Arizona died during week ending May 20

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 6, 2023

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 365 people in the 75-84 age group died during the week ending May 20.

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Arizona deaths did not exceed death expectancy during week ending May 20

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 6, 2023

Arizona's death count did not exceed death expectancy during the week ending May 20, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Statement from Secretary Fontes on Hiring of Chad Campbell as Governor's Chief of Staff

By Grand Canyon Times Report | Jun 6, 2023

Secretary of State Adrian Fontes released a statement today on the appointment of Chad Campbell, former House Democratic Leader, as the new chief of staff for the Governor’s office.

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Sinema Introduces Bipartisan Legislation Creating Jobs & Boosting Renewable Energy in La Paz County

By Grand Canyon Times Report | Jun 6, 2023

Senator’s bill transfers thousands of acres from federal government to La Paz County for economic development projects

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Homeland Security Committee Approves Sinema Bill Strengthening Border Security by Cracking Down on Smugglers’ Use of Drones

By Grand Canyon Times Report | Jun 6, 2023

Senator’s bipartisan legislation requires federal strategy to combat unauthorized drones along the border

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Attorney General Mayes Urges EPA to Finalize Proposed PFAS Drinking Water Standards

By Grand Canyon Times Report | Jun 6, 2023

Less than a week after suing water polluters, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, as part of a 17-state coalition, filed comments to the U.S. Environmental Protect Agency (EPA) supporting the agency’s proposal to set enforceable drinking water standards for six per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances—more commonly known as PFAS or “forever” chemicals. 

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Sen. Kelly Statement on Bipartisan Agreement to Avoid Default

By Grand Canyon Times Report | Jun 6, 2023

On June 1, Arizona Senator Mark Kelly released the following statement on the bipartisan agreement to avoid a devastating default on the national debt.

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Governor Hobbs Legislative Action Update

By Grand Canyon Times Report | Jun 5, 2023

On June 2, Governor Hobbs took the following legislative actions:

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Upcoming voter registration deadline in four weeks

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 5, 2023

Four weeks until civilian voter registration deadline for municipal elections taking place on Aug. 1.