Legislature

University presidents use relationships to shape Arizona education policy

The presidents of Arizona's three major universities form controversial relationships with state policymakers to advance their institutions' priorities.

By Sam Luba and Carsten Oyer | April 10, 2025

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Trans lives, liberties and the pursuit of happiness

Though the Trump administration aims to limit access to gender-affirming care, it won’t do so without pushback.

By Abigail Wilt | March 29, 2025

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Organizers and students call for legislators to stop undermining Proposition 139

Arizona organizers and students lobbied at the Arizona State Capitol to advocate for the upholding of the constitutional right to abortion on Wednesday.

By Valeria Cruz Butrón | March 5, 2025

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Arizona Students' Association holds Youth Empowerment Summit, lobbies at state Capitol

ASA held its annual Youth Empowerment Summit at the Downtown Phoenix campus, bringing together students from across the state to advocate for key issues.

By Valeria Cruz Butrón | March 5, 2025

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AZ bill would mandate standing during Pledge of Allegiance in schools, advocates reflect

Students and advocates oppose a new bill requiring public schools to call home if Arizona students do not stand during the pledge.

By Ellis Preston | February 25, 2025

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ASU Prep is confident in finding a solution to PESD lease termination

ASU Prep administration is confident of a resolution to renew the lease.

By Emma Bradford | February 19, 2025

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Senate bill introduced to state legislature to cap compensation for university presidents

Senate Bill 1453 is set to limit the amount of money public university presidents can receive. 

By Emma Bradford | February 13, 2025

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Maricopa County's inactive voter removal raises concerns about voter education

Although laws such as canceling inactive voters' registration are routine in Arizona, many students are unaware of these practices.

By Pippa Fung | February 13, 2025

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DACA recipients await their future under a new presidency, turn to ASU for support

Students are apprehensive as they examine a potential new future for the undocumented student population at ASU. 

By Ellis Preston | December 19, 2024

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Students unpack the pros of new first responders bill despite controversies

Prop 311 will provide death benefits for the families of first responders using a fee from all convictions. 

By Ellis Preston | November 25, 2024

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Proposition round-up: The results of the 2024 Arizona general election ballot measures

After almost a week of counting, the Associated Press called the last races on the Arizona 2024 general election ballot.

By Emma Bradford | November 13, 2024

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From ASU classrooms to the Capitol: alumni running for Arizona legislative seats

Three ASU alumni are running in key Arizona battleground districts, aiming to bring community-driven leadership to the state legislature.

By Emra Muslim | September 24, 2024

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What's on the ballot: A guide to Arizona's propositions for the November election

An overview of the propositions seen on the 2024 November ballot. 

By Emma Bradford | September 18, 2024

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Ultima Hora: La Corte Suprema de Arizona confirma la prohibición territorial del aborto, prohibido en casi todos los casos

La Corte Suprema de Arizona confirmó una ley de 1864 que hará que casi todos los abortos sean ilegales en el estado.

By Grey Gartin | April 9, 2024

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AZ Supreme Court upholds territorial abortion ban, set to be illegal in nearly all cases

The Arizona Supreme Court upheld an 1864 law that will make nearly all abortions illegal in the state.

By Grey Gartin | April 9, 2024

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Deborah Nardozzi appointed new representative for Legislative District 8

Nardozzi, who was chosen out of three nominated candidates, will serve for the remainder of the calendar year before the position is on the ballot in November.

By Sadie Buggle | April 3, 2024

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Crow gives State of ASU presentation, UA provides updates to ABOR

An Arizona Board of Regents meeting Thursday approved University of Arizona sports contracts and ASU's medical school, they also extended FAFSA deadline for Arizona Promise Program.

By Mia Osmonbekov | February 22, 2024

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State Press Play: calls for a ceasefire and ASU's sustainability

Welcome to the latest season of State Press Play with new hosts Tyler Abrams and Abby Bessinger. Tune in to hear Students for Justice in Palestine at ASU call for a ceasefire, as well as the state of ASU's sustainability going into 2024. New episodes every Friday.

By Tyler Abrams and Abby Bessinger | January 19, 2024

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Meet the three candidates who could represent Tempe in the Arizona Legislature

The three candidates who are up for Arizona Rep. Athena Salman's seat share their plans for representing District 8 with The State Press.

By Mia Osmonbekov | January 11, 2024

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Palestine advocacy groups denounce resolution in support of Israel at state capitol

Students for Justice in Palestine at ASU and other organizations opposed a concurrent resolution calling for the legislature to support Israel outside of the Arizona State Capitol.

By Mia Osmonbekov | January 8, 2024

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