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Gov. Katie Hobbs Signs Cellphone Ban for Arizona Schools
Elena Marquez
15 April 2025
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signed HB2484 into law today, mandating new school policies restricting student internet access and limiting use of personal devices to foster healthier learning environments.
Arizona’s Bold Ban on Ultraprocessed Foods in Schools: Katie Hobbs Signs MAHA Bill Sponsored by Rep. Leo Biasiucci
Elena Marquez
14 April 2025
Governor Katie Hobbs has signed the Arizona Healthy Schools Act, a bold bipartisan law banning ultraprocessed foods from public schools.
All 15 Arizona Counties Begin Removing Noncitizens from Voter Rolls Following Lawsuit Settlement
Caleb Wheeler
13 April 2025
All 15 Arizona counties are now working with DHS to verify and remove noncitizens from voter rolls, affecting up to 50,000 registrations.
Arizona Legislature Advances “Axon Bill” to Override Scottsdale Voter Referendum on HQ Development
Caleb Wheeler
12 April 2025
The Arizona House has passed a bill that would override Scottsdale’s voter referendum on Axon’s development, sparking debate over local control.
SB 1164: Arizona Doubles Down on Law and Order with the Arizona ICE Act
Marcus Tate
11 April 2025
Speaker Montenegro says SB 1164 isn’t anti-immigrant—it’s pro-law, pro-sovereignty, and sends a clear message: Arizona will enforce its borders.
Wendy Rogers Folds on Stolen Valor After Protecting a Fraud — Now She Wants a Parade for Voting ‘Yes’
Marcus Tate
11 April 2025
Wendy Rogers blocked a bill to punish military impostors — now that it’s back, she’s pretending she supported it all along.
Rachel (Jones) Keshel Launches 2026 Re-Election Campaign in LD17: “It’s Official”
Marcus Tate
11 April 2025
Rachel Keshel officially launches her 2026 re-election bid in LD17, promising to continue fighting for liberty and accountability at the Capitol.
Karrin Taylor Robson Raises $850K in 6 Weeks, Signals Long-Game Play Despite Biggs’ Poll Lead
Silas Vaughn
11 April 2025
Robson’s early $850K haul signals staying power, even as Andy Biggs commands a major polling lead in the April 2025 GOP gubernatorial primary.
GOP Committee Declares No Confidence in Maricopa County Supervisor Thomas Galvin Amid Accusations of Procedural Misconduct
Elena Marquez
11 April 2025
The Arizona LD4 GOP blasts Supervisor Thomas Galvin in a formal resolution, accusing him of procedural abuse and undermining Recorder Justin Heap.
Law-and-Order Duo: Debbie Lesko Throws Her Weight Behind Warren Petersen for Attorney General
Marcus Tate
11 April 2025
Debbie Lesko’s endorsement of Warren Petersen signals a tough-on-crime, pro-law enforcement momentum in Arizona’s Attorney General race.
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