Monthly Archives: November 2009

Legislature adjourns sine die, plans next steps

Posted on November 23, 2009 by

Statement from Senate President Bob Burns on adjourning this special session and what’s next in resolving the budget deficit: “This is just the first step in the process. We still have a lot of work to do and the governor, … Continue reading →

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APB out for missing senator

Posted on November 19, 2009 by

Senate President Bob Burns issued the following statement: “The Senate, and subsequently, the House, had to adjourn today before completing the final votes to continue our work on closing the huge budget gap when Sen. Thayer Verschoor failed to appear … Continue reading →

Posted in Budget, Uncategorized

Sen. Linda Gray named Arizona Retailers Association Legislator of the Year

Posted on November 19, 2009 by

The Arizona Retailers Association has named Sen. Linda Gray Legislator of the Year for her work on a bill toughening penalties for shoplifting that is netting results already.   Chandler Police earlier this month recovered $100,000 in stolen property and … Continue reading →

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Hat tip to Will Humble

Posted on November 17, 2009 by

Arizona Department of Health Services Interim Director Will Humble has stepped up for Arizona’s families. He secured federal funding to help mitigate skyrocketing childcare licensing fees that would have displaced thousands of children and closed many facilities’ doors. Well done. … Continue reading →

Posted in Economy

Special session to start Tuesday, Nov. 17

Posted on November 16, 2009 by

Legislators should expect a call from the governor to come in Tuesday, Nov. 17 to begin a three-day special session.  In the Senate, floor will begin at 3 p.m. and we expect to pray, pledge and first read.

Posted in Budget

Rebuilt Civil War Diorama to be Unveiled Monday in Texas

Posted on November 12, 2009 by

Monday, November 16, 2009 at 11:00 a.m., a vibrant battlefield scene depicting the Battle of Palmito Ranch to Austin will be displayed at the Texas State Capitol Lower Rotunda in Austin, Texas thanks to the help of several Arizona legislators. … Continue reading →

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Governor Signs Important Education Bill

Posted on November 12, 2009 by

Governor Brewer signed into law an important piece of education legislation today.   The bill, SB1196, sponsored by Senator John Huppenthal, R-Chandler, instituted a series of important education reforms.   The bill included:   – Enhanced teacher performance pay. – … Continue reading →

Posted in Education

Gould named Goldwater’s best for preserving liberty

Posted on November 10, 2009 by

For the fifth year in a row, the Goldwater Institute has given Sen. Ron Gould, R-Lake Havasu City, the highest score in the entire Arizona Legislature in their annual Legislative Report Card. The study analyzes how well Arizona’s legislators are … Continue reading →

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Sen. Carolyn Allen calls out First Things First

Posted on November 9, 2009 by

“I am shocked and disappointed with First Things First’s refusal to help mitigate skyrocketing childcare licensing costs,” said Sen. Carolyn Allen, R-Scottsdale, in a news release today. Allen, chair of the Senate’s healthcare committee, urges them to review their mission … Continue reading →

Posted in Healthcare

Burns on budget: We’re out of gimmicks and time

Posted on November 3, 2009 by

In today’s Arizona Republic, Senate President Bob Burns says let voters decide what they’re willing to do to help our state recover: Your state government is in trouble.  The money we collect in taxes and fees from you, your neighbors … Continue reading →

Posted in Budget