Stories by LOOKOUT on what's happening at the legislature
Despite HB 4117’s exceptions for peaceful protest, its opponents and even some supporters are worried the bill could cause a free speech chilling effect.
Four republicans are fighting for GOP votes for the July 21 primaries.
The debate framed the question of data centers as not the main reason for electricity rate upticks, but overall usage problems.
The legislation mirrors a growing national movement framing Christian practice as under threat — and expanding criminal penalties in response.
A multi-state analysis shows at least $7 million in specialty plate revenue has been directed to groups backing anti-LGBTQ+ campaigns.
The ordinance is being used to push local harm reduction workers out of city parks, but medical experts and other groups call the move a public health disaster waiting to happen.
A county-led investigation found that Sheriff Chris Nanos, a Democrat, used his office for political gain and violated codes of conduct during his reelection campaign.
The bill, HB2133, would require anyone who uploads adult content to get permission from the people depicted.
Eligibility for the upcoming election is tied to historic farmland ownership, and excludes large portions of the Valley. Far-right political groups are seizing on that.
As immigration took center stage, a Phoenix woman’s trip to the nation’s capital spotlighted her detained partner’s declining health and broader criticisms about LGBTQ+ safety in custody.
A leaked email reveals efforts to criminalize drag performances for minors as a way to provoke Democrats.
The proposal would station ICE at early voting sites, Election Day polls and ballot drop boxes, even though Arizona and federal law strictly limits law enforcement activity at voting locations.
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