Governor Doug Ducey today signed historic legislation and an amended tribal-state gaming compact that will modernize gaming in Arizona and provide millions of dollars in revenue for critical state needs. As representatives from the Arizona Legislature and 18 Tribal Nations looked on, Governor Ducey marked the culmination of a multi-year effort to modernize an industry that has become a mainstay of the state’s expanding economy since 1992 and has grown to support more than 38,000 jobs. “I … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Signs Historic Tribal-State Gaming Compact Amendment
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Flagstaff Representative Earning Recognition
Rep. Tom Chabin was recently recognized by the Sierra Club of Arizona and the Children’s Action Alliance, awarding the Flagstaff Democrat top scores on the environment and children’s issues for the 2012 legislative session. In the Sierra Club’s annual report, The 2012 Arizona Legislature: A Polluter’s Best Friend, Rep. Chabin received an A, making him an Environmental Guardian, for voting consistently to oppose bills that weakened environmental protections. Among the bills … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Representative Earning Recognition
Williams Residents Love Their Healthcare Options
In June, voters overwhelmingly ap- proved to continue the tax to maintain hours and services at the Williams Healthcare Center. Because $35 per household is a small price to pay to have a professionally staffed and well-equipped clinic, it is no surprise that 81 percent of the voters gave it their okay. The reason this past election was so vital is because it almost did not happen, said Dr. Jim Wurgler, a retired physician who is on the board of the Chamber of Commerce. Had the … [Read more...] about Williams Residents Love Their Healthcare Options
