The U.S. Supreme Court today upheld Arizona's law that revokes the business licenses of businesses and corporations hiring illegal immigrants. The 5-3 vote was a rejection of challenges to the law by a coalition of business people and civil rights organizations. Arizona Governor Jan Brewer is calling the decision a victory: “I could not be more gratified by today’s decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold the legality of the Legal Arizona Workers Act and the principle of federalism, … [Read more...] about Supreme Court Upholds Employer Sanctions Law
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Snowbowl Moving Forward With Expansion Plans
Arizona Snowbowl near Flagstaff is moving forward with expansion plans, after an attempt to block development was denied. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected the request filed by the Save the Peaks Coalition and a citizens group. They say construction and use of snowmaking equipment would harm the environment. This follows a ruling four moths ago by the Federal District Court, ruling the U.S. Forest Service adequately considered the safety of using reclaimed water to make snow on the … [Read more...] about Snowbowl Moving Forward With Expansion Plans
