26 December 2009
Who's Selling...Naming Rights?The state has approved a plan to sell off some of its buildings, and then lease them back. Supporters say it's a way to cut into Arizona's budget deficit. But, what if lawmakers took that a step further? KJZZ's Mark Brodie looks into the possibility.
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27 October 2009
One-on-One with Gov. Jan BrewerGovernor Jan Brewer is hoping to call state lawmakers into special session soon; in a wide-ranging, exclusive interview with KJZZ's Mark Brodie, she also says she plans to announce her re-election plans soon.
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05 September 2009
Gov. Signs Most of Budget, But Not AllGovernor Jan Brewer has signed most of the state budget package sent to her, but she vetoed some key elements, including the repeal of a property tax. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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21 August 2009
Gov Gets Budget BillsGov. Jan Brewer has to decide what to do with budget bills similar to ones she line-item vetoed last month. The state legislature sent her the package Thursday afternoon, but it does not include one key element. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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30 July 2009
Budget Deal Stalls Wed. NightA plan to close an estimated $3.4 billion budget shortfall cleared its first legislative hurdle Wednesday, but its future is still a bit unclear. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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11 July 2009
Budget Work Left to do at CapitolState lawmakers will be back at the capitol on Monday to continue working on the state budget. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with a state budget veteran about what's facing them, and how it might turn out.
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20 June 2009
Gov, Legislature Continue Budget BattleBefore the current legislative session started, many capitol observers thought it'd be smooth sailing, with the GOP in control of both the legislature and governor's office. The reality: not so much. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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17 June 2009
Gov Sues Legislature Over BudgetThe State Supreme Court has decided to hear arguments in Governor Jan Brewer's lawsuit against the state legislature. She's asking the high court to force legislative leaders to send her the budget bills they passed earlier this month. She and Republican legislative leaders have not agreed on a new spending plan -two of the main sticking points are how much to cut government spending and whether or not to raise taxes. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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05 April 2009
Locking Up Teacher SalariesAs the legislature continues to look for ways to close a budget gap for the upcoming fiscal year, one lawmaker wants to take money for teachers' salaries off the table, and put it in a lockbox. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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09 March 2009
Budget, Tax Talk Continues at CapitolState lawmakers continue work on the budget this week, but now they have some ideas from Gov. Jan Brewer to incorporate, as well. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about what they are, and how lawmakers are receiving them.
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05 March 2009
Brewer Asks for Tax Hike as Part of PlanGovernor Jan Brewer is asking state lawmakers to either approve a temporary tax increase, or let voters do it, as part of her proposal to solve the state's financial problems. She outlined her 5 part plan to a joint legislative session Wednesday afternoon. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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16 February 2009
Lawmakers Keep Running the NumbersBudget work continues at the state capitol, as lawmakers consider ways to close the estimated $3 billion deficit. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about how that's going.
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14 February 2009
Not Arizona's Bag, BabyState lawmakers will soon be debating a proposal to require some stores to set up recycling bins for plastic bags. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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07 February 2009
Two Hands (and thumbs) on the WheelArizona lawmakers may have another chance to debate whether or not to restrict drivers' cell phone use, including a ban on texting while driving. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with the bill's sponsor.
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22 January 2009
Gov. Brewer Takes Oath of OfficeJan Brewer was officially sworn into office Wednesday afternoon, making her the 22nd person to serve as Arizona's governor. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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20 January 2009
State Rep: Vote or Lose PayState lawmakers who miss votes would have their pay docked, under a proposal put forth by a state representative. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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19 January 2009
Boot Camp Over, Budget Work to StartState lawmakers spent their first week in session learning about the state's budget deficits for this fiscal year and next one. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about what they learned, and what it means going forward.
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13 January 2009
Napolitano Gives State of the StateGovernor Janet Napolitano delivered her 7th, and probably last, State of the State address Monday. In it, she called on lawmakers to preserve many of the programs instituted while she's been in office, and proposed a few new ones. But her words may fall on deaf legislative ears. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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12 January 2009
Legislature Opens Session MondayThe 49th legislature will be gaveled into session today, and Governor Janet Napolitano will deliver her 7th - and probably final - State of the State address this afternoon. KJZZ's Mark Brodie has a preview.
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10 January 2009
Adams: "Excruciating" Cuts AheadState lawmakers will have some difficult choices ahead, as they look to close a budget deficit estimated to be more than $1.2 billion. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with House Speaker-Elect Kirk Adams about the upcoming session.
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03 January 2009
House Dem Leader: Suspend, Don't CutArizona House Democrats had hoped to be in the majority when the legislature came back into session this month...but they'll actually be 2 seats more in the minority this year. KJZZ's Mark Brodie spoke with the incoming House Democratic Leader about what he expects from this coming session.
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27 December 2008
New Sen Dem Leader:No Sacred CowsState lawmakers will be looking for ways to close an estimated $1.2 billion budget deficit when their session starts next month. KJZZ's Mark Brodie spoke with the incoming Democratic Leader of the State Senate about ways that might happen.
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20 December 2008
Senate Prez-Elect: Budget Main IssueArizona's $1.2 billion deficit is likely to dominate the upcoming legislative session. KJZZ's Mark Brodie spoke with the incoming Senate President, Bob Burns, to find out how he thinks lawmakers should close the gap.
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18 October 2008
Arizona House, Senate Up for GrabsThe 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 LoomingTime 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 HouseThe 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 CarState 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, etcThere 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" AlongState 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 DebatedState 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 SlowingGovernor 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 GuestsState 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 & $$ BehindState 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 MovingState 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 CPSThe 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 CarryArizonans 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 CapitolState 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 SchoolsA 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 BudgetState 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 BudgetThe 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 CamerasOne 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 AlongState 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 GoalsEnvironmental 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 AZThere 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 AwayState 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 CarsAn Arizona lawmaker wants to make it a crime to leave kids in cars. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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12 January 2008
Lawmakers 'Budgeting' their TimeIt'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, LegislatureKJZZ'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 ElectionsState 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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