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18 October 2008

Arizona House, Senate Up for Grabs
The next legislature will have several new faces. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with Jim Small of the "Arizona Capitol Times" about legislative elections, and who might be in control come January.
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21 June 2008

State Budget Deadline Looming
Time is running out for state lawmakers to approve a new budget, but this isn't the first time it's come down to the wire. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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16 June 2008

AZ Dems Set Sights on State House
The deadline has passed for candidates to get on the ballot for this fall's elections. And Arizona Democrats say they're "singularly focused" on winning the state House of Representatives. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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02 June 2008

And Down the Stretch They Come....
State lawmakers have 4 weeks to pass a budget...KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about what could be the last few weeks of the legislative session.
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31 May 2008

Get the Message, But Not in in the Car
State lawmakers debated...but did not ultimately vote this past week on a proposal to ban drivers from text messaging. KJZZ's Mark Brodie looks at driving distractions...and what the state should or should not do about them.
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19 May 2008

Lawmakers Still Working on Budget, etc
There are a number of issues lawmakers are still dealing with - among them the budget, banning gay marriage and a program to allow temporary workers into Arizona. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about goings-on at the capitol.
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05 May 2008

State Budget "Slogging" Along
State lawmakers continue working on a new spending plan...among other things. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about goings on at the capitol.
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28 April 2008

Immigration Bills Debated
State lawmakers are debating bills that try to take on different aspects of illegal immigration. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about some of them, and what they'd do.
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17 April 2008

State Budget Talks Slowing
Governor Janet Napolitano and legislative leaders are at odds over fixes to the current state budget...and the pace at which negotiations are taking place. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports from the capitol.
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14 April 2008

AZ Looking to Invite Guests
State lawmakers could take up debate this week on proposals to create a guest worker program in Arizona. Supporters say they're tired of waiting for the federal government to pass immigration reform measures...but Washington would also have a role to play in any state program. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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29 March 2008

Leaving Federal Mandates & $$ Behind
State lawmakers are debating whether or not to have Arizona opt out of the federal No Child Left Behind Act. KJZZ's Mark Brodie has the details.
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24 March 2008

Budget Talks Keep Moving
State lawmakers continue working on the budget...as well as many other key issues. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about what's new at the capitol.
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22 March 2008

Shedding More Light on CPS
The state House of Representatives has passed a bill that would open up some CPS records. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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17 March 2008

To Carry...or Not to Carry
Arizonans with concealed carry permits may be allowed to bring their guns onto college and university campuses in the state. But not everyone thinks that'd help security. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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10 March 2008

A 'Freeze' at the Capitol
State lawmakers have taken some action on the current budget...but how much? KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie try to figure it out.
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01 March 2008

Lawmaker Looking for Religious Equity in Schools
A state lawmaker wants to make sure students can express their religious views just as they can their secular ones. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports on the Students' Religious Liberties Act.
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25 February 2008

Some Movement on State Budget
State lawmakers made some progress last week in closing the current budget gap. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about what they've done.
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18 February 2008

Lawmakers Still Working on Budget
The legislative session continues to move along, however slowly. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie discuss what's going on at the capitol...and what's not.
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16 February 2008

Trying to Turn Off the Cameras
One state lawmaker wants to ban photo radar on state highways. And, Arizona voters may get to decide the issue. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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11 February 2008

Legislative Session Creeping Along
State lawmakers have been in session for about a month. What's happened so far? KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie break it down.
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09 February 2008

Environmentalists Lay Out Legislative Goals
Environmental advocates in Arizona met this past week to talk about what they hope to get out of this legislative session. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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02 February 2008

Trauma Docs Look to Bring Urban Care to Rural AZ
There are 7 Level I trauma centers in Arizona, and advocates are trying to make sure all Arizonans have access to that kind of care. KJZZ's Mark Brodie has more.
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28 January 2008

Rain, Rain, Go Away
State lawmakers will continue working to close a nearly billion dollar budget gap in the current fiscal year. When they're done with that, they'll start the next budget - with an estimated shortfall of more than a billion. Many lawmakers expect to tap into the state's rainy day fund to help...but as KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports, some wonder how hard the rain's really coming down.
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26 January 2008

AZ Lawmaker: Don't Leave Kids in Cars
An Arizona lawmaker wants to make it a crime to leave kids in cars. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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14 January 2008

Day 1 at the Capitol
State lawmakers officially go back to work today, as the governor gives her annual State of the State address. But as KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie discuss, some of them have already started.
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12 January 2008

Lawmakers 'Budgeting' their Time
It's that time of year again....when state lawmakers head back to the capitol for their regular session. KJZZ's Mark Brodie looks at what to expect.
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09 January 2008

Here and Now- McCain, Legislature
KJZZ's Here and Now featured pollster and analyst Mike O'Neil and East Valley Tribune editorial writer Le Templar discussing the ramifications of Arizona Senator John McCain winning the New Hampshire Republican presidential primary. The show also previewed the upcoming legislative session with analysis from Templar, KJZZ capitol reporter Mark Brodie, Arizona Capitol Times reporter Jim Small and KJZZ's Here and Now also featured interviews with legislative leaders about the work ahead this legislative session.
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05 January 2008

Sessions and Elections
State lawmakers will be back in session soon...and will be campaigning for re-election in the not-too-distant future, as well. KJZZ's Mark Brodie looks at how the 2 might be related.
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21 September 2007

Phoenix City Council Sends (Text) Message To Drivers
Text messaging behind the wheel in Phoenix could soon cost you upwards of $200. And, some high schoolers around Arizona will be learning about the dangers of distracted driving. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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30 July 2007

Business Community Divided Over Sanctions Law
The issue of illegal immigration has caused a few disagreements among politicians. Now, the business community is following suit. KJZZ's Mark Brodie has the story.
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17 July 2007

New Group Supports Challenge to Employer Sanctions Law
A group of Arizona business leaders has launched an effort opposing the state's new employer sanctions law. The Wake Up Arizona! coalition wants to let people know about the law's unintended consequences, and supports a lawsuit filed last week challenging the law's constitutionality. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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23 June 2007

Long Session, Short Answers
State lawmakers spent a lot of time over the past 6 months debating issues and voting on bills. We wanted to know what they thought of their recently-ended session...KJZZ's Mark Brodie has their quick answers.
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22 June 2007

State Lawmakers Reflect on 164 Day Session
State lawmakers have wrapped up their session, after passing a flurry of bills in its last hours late Wednesday night. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports on what they say was the good, the bad and the ugly during the 164 day session.
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21 June 2007

State Legislature Ends Session
State lawmakers wrapped up their session late Wednesday night. But, as K-J-Z-Z's Mark Brodie reports, they left a number of major issues until the end.
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18 June 2007

State Lawmakers Going Home Soon?
The legislature is scheduled to start voting on a new state budget today, and adjournment could soon follow. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about goings on at the capitol.
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16 June 2007

Bye Bye Brown Cloud?
State and Maricopa County officials are working to try and avoid losing federal transportation money. The EPA has threatened to take the dollars away if the area doesn't get into compliance with air quality standards. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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04 June 2007

State Lawmakers Nearing Deals?
State lawmakers hope to be winding down their session, but they still have to deal with at least two major issues. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about what they are, and what could happen with them.
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14 May 2007

Who's Selling...Their House?
A bill limiting homeowners associations authority over its members is on Governor Napolitano's desk KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports on why some controversy comes in the form of signs.
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07 May 2007

Distracted Drivers Targeted
Some officials in Arizona want drivers to concentrate more on the road...and less on doing other things. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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21 April 2007

State Lawmakers Trying to get "Boxed" In
State lawmakers are working towards a new budget, and many want to make sure their favorite projects get funded. KJZZ's Mark Brodie has more.
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05 April 2007

Lawmakers Investigate Care at Veterans' Home
A joint legislative panel will continue asking questions Thursday about poop conditions reported at the state's Veterans' Home. The committee held its first hearing Wednesday. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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02 April 2007

Leaders say State Senate Nearing Budget Deal
Leaders in the state senate expect to have a budget proposal ready in the next week or 2. They say negotiations are going well, and are ahead of last year's pace. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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29 March 2007

GOP Leaders to Appeal Latest ELL Ruling
Republican leaders in the state legislature have decided to appeal the latest ruling from a federal judge in the English Language Learner dispute. The judge ruled last week that the bill passed last year isn't good enough. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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19 March 2007

Lawmakers To Take up Water, Immigration This Week
The Arizona Legislature has been debating illegal immigration for several weeks, and will continue to do so this week. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about the upcoming week at the capitol.
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12 March 2007

Immigration Again on Lawmakers' Minds
State lawmakers will likely be talking about immigration this week...again. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie discuss the week ahead at the capitol.
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05 March 2007

Statute of Limitations in Some Traffic Accidents up for Debate
The Arizona House of Representatives could take up a bill this week that would give law enforcement officials more time to charge people involved in some traffic accidents. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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19 February 2007

Senate Takes up ER, Law Enforcement Measure
The state senate is scheduled to take a final vote Monday afternoon on a bill that would increase the cooperation between hospital ER staffs and law enforcement officers. The measure has gained support over the last few weeks, as supporters have modified it. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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07 February 2007

Here and Now: Arizona Legislature
This Wednesday on Here and Now, we turned our attention to the Arizona legislature. We looked at what immigration bills are under consideration, what lawmakers plan to do about building more freeways and roads, and some of the more unusual proposals this legislative session.
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29 January 2007

You Make the Call...Or Not
An Arizona lawmaker is trying to make your dinner time more pleasant during political campaign seasons. KJZZ's Mark Brodie has the story.
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22 January 2007

GOP, Dems Outline Priorities
Legislative Republican leaders laid out their plan for the session last week. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about what they are, and how they compare with the governor's priorities.
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10 January 2007

Here and Now: New Legislative Session
As the Legislature gaveled this week in Phoenix, KJZZ's Here and Now host Steve Goldstein and a panel of guests discussed state lawmakers' priorities for the new legislative session.
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09 January 2007

State of the State
Governor Napolitano recently focused on education in her State of the State speech. From higher teacher pay to more money for higher education, the Governor unveiled details of her One-Arizona Education initiative. KJZZ's Mark Moran reports.
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08 January 2007

Legislature Kicks Off Session Today
Governor Janet Napolitano will deliver her 5th State of the State address later today, officially kicking off the new legislative session. The 2007 legislature will have a different party breakdown and some new leaders, but as KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports, some of the issues will be the same as past years.
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11 August 2006

Senate Dem Leader Looks Back at "Daunting Task"
Linda Aguirre led the state Senate's Democrats for two years. KJZZ's Mark Brodie spoke with Aguirre about her time as leader, about how to lead a minority party.
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05 August 2006

Outgoing Senate President Reflects on his Tenure
Senate President Ken Bennett's term will end in a few months. KJZZ's Mark Brodie spoke with the Prescott Republican about his time leading the Senate, and what's next for him.
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01 July 2006

New Fiscal Year Means New Budget Priorities
The start of the new fiscal year doesn't have the same ring as, say, New Year's Day. But even without the parties and resolutions, KJZZ's Mark Brodie and one Valley economist release the ballons on the new state budget.
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24 June 2006

State Lawmakers Reflect on 164 Day Session
The state legislature adjourned sine die this week. KJZZ's Mark Brodie asked several lawmakers to (briefly) describe their 164 day session.
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22 June 2006

Lawmakers Call It Quits
After 164 days in session, state lawmakers adjourned their session early Thursday morning. KJZZ's Mark Brodie takes a look back at some of the session's highlights, and big fights.
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19 June 2006

Legislature may be on its way out
KJZZ's Dennis Lambert speaks with Arizona Republic capitol reporter Chip Scutari about the legislature, the budget, and when lawmakers may finally go home for the session.
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12 June 2006

Session Slows Down as Budget Battles Continue
There's a lot of idle time at the state capitol these days for rank-and-file lawmakers, as leadership continues to work on a new state spending plan. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about what's going on (or not) in the legislature.
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10 June 2006

Legislative Veteran Looks Back, Forward
The legislature is still in session, less than 3 weeks before the deadline to have a new state budget in place. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with one state lawmaker who has seen more than most at the capitol, about what's going on this session.
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05 June 2006

Is The End (of the legislative session) Near?
State lawmakers now have 2 budget proposals to consider, but have to consolidate them into one. Also, the feds step up and send National Guard troops to the border. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about the goings on at the capitol.
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28 May 2006

State Legislature Tackles Immigration, Budget
KJZZ's Rene Gutel speaks with Arizona Capitol Times staff writer Phil Riske who offers a look into the coming week at the state legislature.
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22 May 2006

Lawmakers, Governor Continue Talks on Budget, Immigration
Legislative leaders and Governor Napolitano are continuing to negotiate a new state budget, as well as a comprehensive immigration reform package. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie discuss what they're talking about, and how those meetings are going.
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15 May 2006

Doing the Numbers on GOP Budget Proposal
The Republican-led legislature has released it's budget proposal. Now, lawmakers and the governor have to come to an agreement on it. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about what's in the spending plan, and its prospects for being passed.
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08 May 2006

State Budget, Immigration Package To Be Linked
Lawmakers could deal with 2 of the major issues remaining in this legislative session this week. They'll likely be debated, at least in part, together. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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06 May 2006

Budget Veteran Takes Us Behind the Closed Doors
In recent years, the state budget has been one of the last things done before the legislature adjourns. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with a Valley economist and veteran of budget talks about what goes into writing a spending plan....and why it can take so long.
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01 May 2006

State Lawmakers to Take up New Immigration Reform Bill, Activists to Take to the Streets
Illegal immigration will again be front and center this week, both at the state capitol, and on the streets. Republican leaders in the legislature plan on introducing a sweeping immigration reform proposal in the next few days….and activists are encouraging an economic boycott today. K-J-Z-Z’s Mark Brodie reports.
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24 April 2006

Budget Talks Continue at State Capitol
The state legislature is getting closer to adjourning its session. The main obstacle, though, is a big one: the state budget. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about how negotiations are coming on that front.
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22 April 2006

State Democratic Leaders Make Pitch for Early Caucus
A delegation of Arizona Democratic Party officials has been in New Orleans this week, making the state's case to have more of a say in picking the Democratic presidential nominee. KJZZ's Mark Brodie spoke with the party's executive director from the Big Easy.
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17 April 2006

Governor, Lawmakers Continue Budget Talks
Governor Napolitano and GOP leaders are scheduled to meet again later today to talk about the state budget. The sides met last Thursday afternoon, and hope to continue negotiations until they reach an agreement. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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10 April 2006

State Lawmakers Prepare for Immigration March, Rally
Monday's march and rally protesting federal immigration reform proposals will end across the street from the state capitol. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about how that'll affect the legislature.
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27 March 2006

Immigration Issues Continue to be Front and Center at the Capitol
Continued turnover in the state legislature isn't having too much of an effect on the issues lawmakers are debating. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about the week ahead at the capitol.
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20 March 2006

Legislative Democrats Getting Budget Ideas Ready
Democrats in both the state House and Senate are getting their budget priorities in order, although many acknowledge their input into the state's new spending plan could be minimal. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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18 March 2006

Statewide Smoking Ban, Minimum Wage Get Strong Support in New Survey
November's ballot could be a long one, with several initiatives either already qualified or close to qualifying for the election. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with Fred Solop of NAU's Social Research Laboatory about a new survey looking at how much support some of them enjoy.
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13 March 2006

Local, State, Federal Officials Look to Curb Meth Production
Methamphetimine production and use is a major problem, both in Arizona and around the country. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports on efforts to try and put an end to both.
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10 March 2006

State Senator Passes On
State Senator Marilyn Jarrett passed away this morning, after being taken to the hospital from her senate office Thursday afternoon. KJZZ's Terry Ward and Mark Brodie have more.
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06 March 2006

State Lawmakers Moving on In Session
The fate of the legislature's latest plan for funding English Language Learner programs is now in the hands of the federal judge. And that means state lawmakers can focus on the other big issues of the session. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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04 March 2006

State Lawmaker Wants to Limit Some Solo Trips to Mexico
With all the talk of trying to keep illegal immigrants coming into the US from Mexico, one state lawmaker is trying to prevent some Arizonans from getting into Mexico. KJZZ's Mark Brodie has more.
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27 February 2006

ELL Bill Moves to House
Funding for English Language Learner programs continues to be the dominant issue at the capitol. This week, the legislature could send its 3rd bill of the year on the subject to the governor. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about the week ahead.
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25 February 2006

Lawmaker Wants Arizonans to Get Money for Waiting
Long lines are nothing new to people at the state's MVD offices. But one lawmaker wants the state to pay up for long wait times. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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20 February 2006

Bills Moving at Capitol; ELL Talks, Not So Much
State lawmakers have been moving a number of bills this session, and have addresses a number of issues. But one continues to dominate the capitol: funding for English Language Learner programs. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about the latest negotiations.
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13 February 2006

GOP, Governor to Meet Monday on ELL
Legislative leaders and the governor are scheduled to meet again this morning to try and find a solution to the English Language Learner situation. They said their meeting on Thursday was productive, and hope today's get together can continue to move towards an agreement. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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11 February 2006

Lawmaker Wants Predictability in College Tuition
As college becomes more expensive in Arizona, one state lawmaker wants to help students afford school, while making sure universities have enough money to operate. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with Senator Dean Martin about that delicate balance.
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06 February 2006

English Language Learning Still on Legislature's Agenda
State lawmakers have another busy week ahead of them, as they tackle a number of issues, and continue to work towards an agreement on ELL funding. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about what to expect this week at the capitol.
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04 February 2006

State Lawmakers to Take Up Workers' Comp Reform
Supporters of changes to workers' compensation laws in the state are getting ready to take the issue to the voters, just as soon as the legislature's done with it. KJZZ's Mark Brodie spoke with the sponsor of 2 bills in the legislature that would reform workers' comp.
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30 January 2006

Governor to Decide Fate of State Worker Pay Raise Measure
Before the legislative session began, both the governor and state lawmakers said they wanted to give state employees a raise. This week, Governor Napolitano will act on a bill to do that. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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28 January 2006

State Lawmaker Still Trying to Eliminate Tax Incentives
State lawmakers have had a lot on their plates so far this session, but not all the issues being debated are new. KJZZ's Mark Brodie spoke with one state lawmaker about a measure he's bringing back from last year.
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23 January 2006

Capitol Preview with Phil Riske
Morning Edition's Dennis Lambert speaks with Weekly Capitol Times staff writer Phil Riske who offers a look into the coming legislative week, and possible contenders for the Governor's seat. Produced by Tony Ganzer.
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16 January 2006

State Lawmakers Gear Up For More Work in 2nd Week
State lawmakers will be taking a small breather today for the Martin Luther King holiday, but the session's second week could be nearly as eventful as its first. KJZZ's Rene Gutel and Mark Brodie talk about what's coming up at the capitol.
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14 January 2006

Democratic Lawmaker "Shocked" by Governor's Immigration Proposal
Governor Napolitano's plan to curb illegal immigration includes putting National Guard troops at the border. That idea doesn't sit well with at least one Democratic lawmaker. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with Representative Steve Gallardo about why.
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09 January 2006

Legislative Session Kicks Off Today
Governor Janet Napolitano will deliver her State of the State Address this afternoon, officially starting the 2006 legislative session. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and KJZZ's Mark Brodie talk about what to expect from the capitol.
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07 January 2006

Legislature Comes Back Into Session on Monday
In advance of Monday's start to the 2006 legislative session, KJZZ's Mark Brodie offers this recap of what may....or may not happen at the capitol.
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05 January 2006

Republican, Democratic Leaders Lay Out Priorities for Upcoming Session
Republican and Democratic leaders in the state legislature laid out some of their plans and priorities on Wednesday for the upcoming session. Many of the details still need to be worked out, but there were a number of specifics. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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31 December 2005

Environmental Lobbyist: Sopport Good Bills, Try To Stop Bad Bills in 2006
Phoenix residents have been able to, quite literally, see the region's bad air recently. But Sandy Bahr of the Sierra Club isn't optimistic the state legislature will act to do anything about it this coming year. KJZZ's Mark Brodie continues our series looking ahead to the 2006 legislative session, with a conversation about environmental issues.
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27 December 2005

Education Leaders Hoping State Will Spread the Wealth
Two major education issues will likely be up for debate early on when the state legislature comes back into session in January. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with John Wright, the President of the Arizona Education Association, about what he thinks will happen in 2006.
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24 December 2005

Group to Focus on School Choice in 2006
The end of the 2005 legislative session will likely be remembered for the bad feelings between Governor Napolitano and legislative Republicans, after the governor vetoed 2 bills. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with Cathi Herrod of the Center for Arizona Policy about her groups's effort to take another shot at one of those measures.
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17 December 2005

Business Community Wants to Burn "Fiscal Bridges"
With state lawmakers less than a month from coming back to Phoenix, we continue looking ahead to what the next session will bring. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with Farrell Quinlan of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry to get the business community's take.
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10 December 2005

"Scar" Remains After End of Session Vetoes
Governor Napolitano angered many legislative Republicans when she vetoed 2 bills at the end of the last session. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with Jay Tibshraeny, the Senate Majority Whip, about how last session's vetoes will affect the upcoming legislature.
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03 December 2005

House Democratic Leader Optimistic About Upcoming Session
State lawmakers are getting ready to come back to the capitol, and when they do, there's going to be a lot to talk about. KJZZ's Mark Brodie begins a series of conversations about what to expect at the legislature by sitting down with House Democratic Leader Phil Lopes.
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20 June 2005

Issues Left on the Table by Lawmakers
Arizona lawmakers spent their 123 day session debating a wide range of subjects, but not all of them got a hearing. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports on which issues got left behind.
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13 June 2005

Talk of Illegal Immigration Dominates Session
Illegal immigration was one of the most talked about issues at the state capitol this past session. In the 2nd of a 3 part series, KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports on what the legislature did and didn't do about it, and what the effect is on Arizona.
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06 June 2005

Cities in State's Crosshairs
During the recently ended legislative session, lawmakers debated several bills dealing with cities and towns in Arizona. In the first of a 3 part series, KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports on what the bills are about, and what city...and state leaders think about them.
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28 May 2005

New Leader Reflects on The Session that Was...Part II
Being the minority party in politics has its challenges. And leading a minority party has challenges on top of that. In the second of a 2-part series, KJZZ's Mark Brodie sat down with the Democratic Leader of the Arizona House to talk about his first session in leadership.
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21 May 2005

New Leader Reflects on The Session that Was...Part I
This past legislative session featured several familiar lawmakers in new places. And for some, that included new positions of leadership. In a 2-part series, KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with a pair of new leaders. Today, Senate Majorty Whip Jay Tibshraeny of Chandler.
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16 May 2005

It's Done Under the Dome....At Least for Now
The state lagislature adjourned its session late last week. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about what happened, what didn't happen, and why lawmakers may not want to take that long vacation quite yet.
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13 May 2005

Lawmakers Officially End Session
The state senate and house officially ended the session this morning. Mark Brodie reports on the session's end and on a last minute flurry of activity which sends several bills to Governor Napolitano who will have five days to act on them.
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09 May 2005

Lawmakers Trying to Wrap Up Session
The state legislature passed a new budget late last week, and lawmakers are hoping to adjourn later this week. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and KJZZ's Mark Brodie talk about what's in the spending plan, and what's next at the capitol.
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02 May 2005

Budget Talks Dragging Out Session
The budget is the main topic of discussion at the state capitol, but it's only one of the items being served at the legislative buffet. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and KJZZ's Mark Brodie talk about the spending plan, as well as what else lawmakers have on their plates.
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18 April 2005

Budget Battles Set to Begin Again
State lawmakers are ready to have another go at the state budget, and it may look surprisingly like the first budget. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and KJZZ's Mark Brodie talk about what might be different, and what else is going on under the copper dome.
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28 March 2005

Budget, Take 2
Last week, Governor Janet Napolitano quickly vetoed the budget sent to her by the state legislature. A few days later, she sat down with legislative leaders to try and work out a budget she could sign. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert talks to KJZZ's Mark Brodie about the new budget process, and about the future of a state lawmaker who could be thrown out of office for breaking campaign finance laws.
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14 March 2005

Lawmakers Get First Glmpses of Budget Plans
Republican leaders in both the state house and senate released their budget proposals last week. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert talks to KJZZ's Mark Brodie about what's in them, and what lawmakers are saying about them.
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