Ray Stern
State Politics and Issues Reporter at The Arizona Republic
State politics and issues reporter for the Arizona Republic. Married 💕to @amysilvermanaz. Previously @PhoenixNewTimes & EV Trib. [email protected]
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1 day ago |
azcentral.com | Ray Stern
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signed a bill making falsely claiming military veteran status for benefits a crime. The law, effective later this year, targets those seeking monetary, property, or other tangible benefits, including elected office. The bill's passage followed a contentious journey through the Legislature, including a clash between Republican lawmakers.
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2 days ago |
azcentral.com | Ray Stern
The Arizona hemp industry is suing state and local prosecutors to block enforcement of a deadline to pull intoxicating hemp products off shelves. The lawsuit argues that consumable hemp products are legal under federal law and that Arizona's interpretation is unlawful. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes argues that state law prohibits these products, despite federal legality.
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4 days ago |
azcentral.com | Ray Stern
Arizona kicked off its "America250" celebration at the state Capitol on April 18, commemorating the nation's upcoming 250th birthday. The event featured Indigenous dancers, historical reenactments, and speeches by government officials, including Gov. Katie Hobbs and Secretary of State Adrian Fontes. The "America250" initiative will continue with a traveling museum, an interactive app, and various events throughout the state leading up to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
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1 week ago |
azcentral.com | Ray Stern
Arizona Sen. Wendy Rogers, after initially blocking it, allowed a vote and voted in favor of a bill criminalizing lying about military service for benefits. The bill, championed by Rep. Walt Blackman, passed with near-unanimous support and now awaits Gov. Katie Hobbs' signature. Rogers' perceived attempt to take credit for the bill's passage drew criticism from veterans and Blackman, who accused her of previously supporting a political rival who allegedly exaggerated his military record.
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1 week ago |
azcentral.com | Ray Stern
Arizona Republicans passed a bill requiring local authorities to cooperate with federal deportation programs or risk losing state funding. The bill, likely to be vetoed by Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs, mandates cooperation with federal immigration enforcement and detainment requests. Republicans in the Arizona Legislature passed a bill that would make all local authorities cooperate with a federal deportation program or find their state funding withdrawn.
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"A Hobbs spokesperson said the governor would not sign the bill threatening DEI but did not respond when asked about proposed legislation banning encampments." By @helenrummel: https://t.co/6oOE8UYTcV
"Homan said he was hopeful federal authorities will receive additional funding from Congress, which could fund more bed spaces for ICE detention, more deportation flights, and more private sector investment in emerging technologies." By @raphaeldelag & me: https://t.co/bEseaLob9M
"The majority of what remains are stacked like massive colorful Legos around the Arizona State Prison Complex in Tucson. As of April 3, 723 shipping containers had been sold or re-used and 1,466 were awaiting auction." By @sbarchenger: https://t.co/aXp14N1cDh