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Arizona House passes bill prioritizing children's guardianship

The Arizona House of Representatives has passed HB2079, a bill introduced by Representative Walt Blackman.

By East Arizona News | Feb 20, 2025

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Navajo County Treasurer announces tax payment deadline for May

Navajo County Treasurer Danielle Earl has issued a reminder to property taxpayers about the upcoming deadline for their 2024 property tax payments.

By East Arizona News | Feb 20, 2025

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Arizona House passes bill to streamline guardianship process for minors

By East Arizona News | Feb 19, 2025

The Arizona House of Representatives has approved HB2079, a bill introduced by Representative Walt Blackman.

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FOIA Request Sent to Navajo County Recorder Office Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By East Arizona News | Feb 5, 2025

FOIA Request to Navajo County Recorder Office Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Apache County Elections Office Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By East Arizona News | Feb 5, 2025

FOIA Request to Apache County Elections Office Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.

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Navajo County Library District prepares for annual book sale in March

By East Arizona News | Feb 3, 2025

The Navajo County Library District has announced its Annual Book Sale, scheduled from March 27 to March 29, 2025.

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Navajo County introduces new construction standards manual

By East Arizona News | Jan 30, 2025

On January 30, 2025, the Navajo County Board of Supervisors approved a new Design & Construction Standards & Specifications manual.

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EDA awards $736,000 in grants for economic development projects in Apache County in 2023

By East Arizona News | Jan 20, 2025

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $736,000 in grants for economic development projects in Apache County, Arizona.

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FOIA Request Sent to Navajo County Regarding Elections Voting Machines Pre-Election Test Report on October 30, 2024

By East Arizona News | Oct 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Navajo County Regarding Elections Voting Machines Pre-Election Test Report on October 30, 2024.

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FOIA Request Sent to Apache County Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By East Arizona News | Oct 30, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Apache County on October 30, 2024, by East Arizona News.

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State Rep. Martinez votes 'yes' on bill requiring public schools to include victims of communism in curriculum

By East Arizona News | Jul 24, 2024

A bill which was passed by the Arizona State Senate and Arizona State House of Representatives earlier this year that would create a day to honor victims of communism was vetoed by Governor Katie Hobbs.

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State Rep. Dunn votes 'yes' on bill requiring public schools to include victims of communism in curriculum

By East Arizona News | Jul 23, 2024

A bill which was passed by the Arizona State Senate and Arizona State House of Representatives earlier this year that would create a day to honor victims of communism was vetoed by Governor Katie Hobbs.

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Schweikert addresses rising healthcare costs and inflation on House Floor

By East Arizona News | May 9, 2024

U.S. Representative David Schweikert (AZ-01) recently delivered a speech on the House Floor, addressing the rising healthcare spending and its contribution to U.S. debt and deficits. He also touched upon the increasing inflation rate, describing it as the largest tax hike in modern history.

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Committee passes bill extending telehealth services for Medicare patients

By East Arizona News | May 8, 2024

U.S. Representatives David Schweikert (AZ-01) and Mike Thompson (CA-04) have commended the House Ways and Means Committee for unanimously passing the Preserving Telehealth, Hospital, and Ambulance Access Act. This bipartisan legislation aims to extend Medicare patients’ access to telehealth services for an additional two years, alongside making necessary program reforms to ensure seniors can continue receiving critical medical care at home.

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Schweikert: Using AI to Our Advantage Can Help Us Stabilize the Debt

By East Arizona News | May 1, 2024

U.S. Representative David Schweikert addressed the House Floor, highlighting concerns about the nation's economic performance and debt levels. Schweikert pointed out the disparity between the Bureau of Economic Analysis' estimate of 1.6% real GDP growth in the first quarter of 2024 and the Atlanta Fed's projection of 2.7%. He underscored the implications of high debt levels on interest rates, cautioning against unsettling the bond markets.Discussing the United States' debt situation, Schweikert noted, "The United States right now pays higher interest rates on a 10-year...

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Schweikert: It’s Time for Members of Congress To Start Acting Like Adults

By East Arizona News | Apr 12, 2024

U.S. Representative David Schweikert delivered a speech on the House Floor addressing the disinformation campaign being waged by foreign countries like China, Russia, and Iran through the weaponization of artificial intelligence. Rep. Schweikert raised concerns about the impact of AI on spreading misinformation, stating, "We don’t actually understand it, but we have a war going on... The number of data points we have here showing particularly China, Russia, Iran, and it’s getting weaponized at a level I don’t think any of us are intellectually ready for because AI is here."...

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Schweikert Op-Ed: Bipartisan Tax Package Would Help Arizona Businesses Grow

By East Arizona News | Apr 11, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative David Schweikert (AZ-01) authored an op-ed for the Phoenix Business Journal yesterday to advocate for the proven pro-growth policies in the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act, bipartisan legislation that will provide much-needed relief to struggling families and small businesses, spur innovation and job creation, and invest in the future of all Arizonans. Rep. Schweikert called on the U.S. Senate to swiftly pass the bipartisan tax package which passed the House with bipartisan support more than two months ago.In his...

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Schweikert Introduces Legislation to Expedite the Advancement of Treatments Targeting Addictive Substances

By East Arizona News | Apr 1, 2024

U.S. Representative David Schweikert recently introduced the Substance Therapy Designation Act, a bill aimed at expediting the development and review of treatments targeting addictive substances such as opioids, cocaine, methamphetamine, and alcohol. The legislation would allow these substances to be eligible for an FDA breakthrough therapy designation, ultimately speeding up the process of bringing effective treatments to those in need.Speaking about the bill, Rep. Schweikert highlighted the urgency of addressing the ongoing crisis of illicit drugs flowing into the...

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Schweikert: Congress Fights Over Pennies While Avalanche of Debt Is Hurtling Toward Us

By East Arizona News | Mar 20, 2024

U.S. Representative David Schweikert (AZ-01) expressed concerns on the House Floor about the escalating national debt and its repercussions on the country's financial stability. Schweikert highlighted the impact of excessive spending on inflation and deficit levels, emphasizing the urgent need for fiscal responsibility.Regarding the Congressional Budget Office's deficit spending projection for FY24, Schweikert criticized the discrepancy in estimates, stating, "How do we keep missing the number by $1 trillion? Is that part of the scam?" He pointed out the significant gap...

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Schweikert, Ciscomani, Stanton Demand IRS Reverse Decision to Tax 2023 Arizona Tax Rebate

By East Arizona News | Mar 13, 2024

U.S. Representatives David Schweikert, Juan Ciscomani, and Greg Stanton have come together to challenge the IRS's decision to tax the 2023 Arizona Tax Rebate. In a letter addressed to IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel, the Arizona representatives expressed their concerns and urged for a reversal of the decision.“The country is poorer now than it was three years ago, and Arizonans are no different, facing the brunt of financial pressure with supermarket prices now nearly 25% higher than in January 2020, for example. State officials acted in good faith with the reasonably...