One possible way to use the tax benefits currently enjoyed by a profitable industry is to redirect them toward addressing pressing national issues, such as supporting those who have served. Our nation's fiscal policies should reflect our values, prioritizing the needs of the many over the interests of a privileged few.

Labeling food mRNA free would be sending a false message to consumers. Since mRNA is an essential component of all living organisms, labeling food products “mRNA free” is not only misleading to Arizona consumers it is also scientifically inaccurate.

Our nation has long struggled with the tension between embracing innovation and preserving what we love about our small towns. School choice proves that we can choose both, offering each family the opportunity to customize their children’s learning while bolstering the nonprofits, businesses, and institutions that are the heartbeat of our communities’ civil societies.

The wisdom of rescheduling has been obvious for years, yet it has not happened. Moving cannabis from a Schedule 1 drug to a Schedule 3 controlled substance would mark a milestone in long overdue policy and allow the U.S. to better understand a substance that undeniably has medicinal value. 

Unisource Electric (UNSE) the sister company of Tucson Electric Power (TEP) and subsidiary of Fortis Inc., an international energy company, has asked the committee (and the ACC) to waive its jurisdiction over these very projects.

Social media is changing political outcomes in Arizona for good and for ill. To the extent that we can adapt our democratic institutions to be more receptive to its salutary effects and more immune to its corroding effects, we should do so post haste. To members of the Legislature who might be reading this in agreement, please find another member on the other side of the aisle and make this idea a reality. Arizonans deserve it. 

This bill sets a precedent for state-level regulatory reform by safeguarding the interests of small businesses, enhancing transparency, and ensuring a diverse range of voices participate in the regulatory process.  HB2491 acknowledges that at the heart of every regulation, there ought to be a dialogue — one that respects legislative intent, fosters economic growth, is accountable to the public will, and upholds the principles of accountability and transparency.

 I urge our elected officials to seize this opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of countless military families. By voting in favor of SB1036, you will not only honor our veterans' sacrifices but also empower social workers to fulfill their calling with unwavering dedication and effectiveness.