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An analysis of the Twitter account of a judicial commission appointee whose nomination was recently withdrawn by Gov. Katie Hobbs (R-Ariz.) shows partisan messages that criticize Republicans and advocate for the “roll back” of the state’s Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program.

Week ending April 22 could be deadliest for people in 25-44 age group in Arizona

By Grand Canyon Times | May 6, 2023

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 58 people in the 25-44 age group died during the week ending April 22.

Sinema Statement on the Federal Reserve’s Review of Silicon Valley Bank

Sinema called for the Federal Reserve to answer for missed warning signs ahead of Silicon Valley Bank’s Collapse

Sen. Kelly Presses Air Force Officials on the Future of Davis-Monthan Air Force Base

In case you missed it, yesterday, Arizona Senator Mark Kelly spoke with Air Force officials about plans to bring new, enduring flying missions to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base to ensure that the base maintains its critical role in our national security.

Governor Hobbs Announces Members and First Meeting for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples Task Force

On May 5, Governor Katie Hobbs announced the members of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Task Force, which she created by executive order on March 7, 2023.

Horne: “The proposed rule submitted by the U.S. Department of Education would decimate girls’ sports in public schools”

Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne has submitted public comments in opposition to the Biden Administration's newly proposed rule that would amend Title IX to forbid U.S. schools and colleges that receive federal funding from enacting bans on boys participating in girls' sports.

Total OASDI beneficiaries in Arizona increases in 2021

By Grand Canyon Times | May 5, 2023

There were 1,449,120 total OASDI beneficiaries in Arizona in 2021.

65.9% decrease in number of VA loans issued across Arizona from Q1 2022 to Q1 2023

By Grand Canyon Times | May 5, 2023

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 3,369 home loans totaling $1.3 billion in Arizona during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2023, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Sinema, Lummis Introduce Bill Creating Advertising Standards for Crypto, Protecting Arizonans from Scams

Senators’ legislation requires crypto companies to disclose key financial information to everyday Arizona investors

Sinema Hosts Tele-Town Hall On Fueling a Healthy Economy for all Arizonans

Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema held a tele-town hall with over 7,500 everyday Arizonans to answer questions from everyday Arizonans on the state of the economy – including addressing the high prices of gas and groceries in Arizona, solving ongoing labor shortages, and creating strong careers in communities across the state.

On Arizona Horizon PBS, Secretary Fontes Discusses Budget Priorities

Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes recently appeared on Arizona Horizon PBS to discuss his budget priorities for the office. Secretary Fontes highlighted the critical need for funding to uplift Arizona's election workforce and strengthen physical and cyber security.

Arizona among 26 states that allow concealed carry without a permit, new study finds

Arizona is among the 26 states that allow residents to carry concealed weapons without a permit, a new tally of weapons permit laws by the U.S. Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) concludes.

“Cloture Motion (Executive Session)” published by Congressional Record in the Senate section on May 2

By Grand Canyon Times | May 4, 2023

The Senate section of the Congressional Record published “Cloture Motion (Executive Session)” on May 2.

“CLOTURE MOTION” published by Congressional Record in the Senate section on May 2

By Grand Canyon Times | May 4, 2023

“CLOTURE MOTION“ was published in the Senate section on page S1458 on May 2

Sinema Applauds Dignity Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield for Reaching Deal on Health Insurance Coverage for Patients

Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema applauded a new network agreement between Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center and Blue Cross Blue Shield Arizona that will once again cover health care services to enrolled Arizonans.

Arizona SOS Fontes to speak at DC elections conference held by "hard core leftist"

Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes (D) is scheduled to speak at an elections conference run by a lawyer who has been described as a “hard-core leftist” who “hates conservatives."

Sinema Introduces Bill Cutting Costs for Arizona Small Businesses