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Flake, McCain Introduce Bill to Rewrite EPA’s Flawed Water Rule

U.S. Sens. Jeff Flake (R-Ariz.) and John McCain (R-Ariz.) today introduced S. 1178, the Defending Rivers from Overreaching Policies (DROP) Act, which would ensure a timely and impartial scientific analysis of the “waters of the U.S.” jurisdiction under the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean Water Act. U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) is also a sponsor.

Gosar-Buck Amendment Blocks $18.7 Million for New, Duplicative Climate Model Program

Today, U.S. Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-04) released the following statement after successfully passing amendments on the House floor that cut wasteful federal spending at the Department of Energy (DOE), thereby attaching them to the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2016

House Passes Gosar Amendments Supporting Increased Water Storage, Western Drought Solutions

Today, U.S. Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-04) released the following statement after successfully passing amendments on the House floor that protect and promote critical water infrastructure, thereby attaching them to the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2016

Attorney General Brnovich Stops Fraudulent Appliance Sales

Attorney General Mark Brnovich announced a settlement today in a fraud lawsuit against My Sister's Appliance LLC (MSA), Payless Appliance (Payless) and managers Pedram and Pooneh Azizi. The defendants sell used household appliances in Phoenix and Mesa, Arizona. On April 14, 2015, the court approved a stipulated consent judgment that restricts the companies and managers from violating the Arizona Consumer Fraud Act (ACFA)

Rep. Gosar Introduces Bill to Protect Local Zoning Decisions from New Obama Regulation

U.S. Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-04) released the following statement after introducing the Local Zoning and Property Rights Protection Act which would prohibit the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) from implementing a new regulation known as Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH)

Gosar Funding Rider Blocking EPA Water Grab Included in Final House Energy & Water...

U.S. Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-04) released the following statement after the House Appropriations Committee approved the fiscal year 2016 Energy and Water Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill, which included Congressman Gosar’s language request prohibiting the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) from using any appropriated funds for the proposed “Waters of the United States (WOTUS)” rule

Sinema Votes to Provide Certainty for Arizona Families, Small Businesses

Congresswoman Kyrsten Sinema today voted in favor of H.R. 1105, legislation to repeal the estate tax and provide certainty for Arizona families and small businesses.

Sinema Champions Legislation to Protect Affordable Housing Options for Arizonans

The House of Representatives today passed bipartisan legislation, cosponsored by Congresswoman Kyrsten Sinema, to preserve access to manufactured housing and ensure Arizonans have an affordable path to homeownership.

Rep. Gosar Joins Chairman Shuster in Introducing New Bill to Stop EPA’s Water Grab

Today, U.S. Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-04) released the following statement after joining the Chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Bill Shuster (PA-09)  in introducing the Regulatory Integrity Protection Act

Sinema Marks One-Year Anniversary of Phoenix VA Scandal

One year ago today, we learned veterans at the Phoenix VA were kept on secret waiting lists, waiting months before seeing a doctor, and not getting the care they needed. These revelations were shocking and sickening. Some veterans died while waiting for care. That's absolutely unacceptable, and frankly it's un-American

On Arizona Gives Day, Support the Work of Mercy Housing

By directing your donation to Mercy Housing Southwest on April 7, 2015, you will be helping Mercy Housing provide safe, quality, service-enriched housing to thousands of Arizonans. A not-for-profit, Mercy Housing Southwest provides affordable housing to people with low to moderate incomes, including seniors and people with special needs.

Kirkpatrick takes leading role in support of rural counties

U.S. Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick, D-Ariz., is one of four representatives leading a congressional push to secure funding for a program that ensures Arizona’s rural counties have the resources to fund firefighting, law enforcement, school construction and roads

Interior Hosts Land Buy-Back Program 2015 Listening Session

More than 150 tribal leaders and individual landowners joined Department of the Interior Deputy Secretary Michael Connor and Assistant Secretary-Indian Affairs Kevin Washburn at the Land Buy-Back Program for Tribal Nations (Buy-Back Program) 2015 Listening Session yesterday. The event, held on the Gila River Indian Community, allowed Interior officials to share updates and hear directly from tribal communities about how the Program can best be implemented across Indian Country

Rep. Grijalva Volunteers with Casa Maria in honor of Cesar Chavez Day

Today, Congressman Raúl Grijalva (D-AZ) joined volunteers with the Casa Maria Catholic Worker Community to help feed homeless and hungry members of the Tucson community. His volunteer work culminates a week of service to honor and remember the life of Cesar Chavez, who dedicated his life to protecting civil rights and improving the lives of farm workers

Lee & Associates Negotiates Sale of Papago Arroyo for $40.85 Million

Lee & Associates Arizona is proud to announce the three-offi ce building leasehold sale of Papago Arroyo, 1255, 1275 and 1295 E. Washington St., Phoenix for $40,850,000. Combined, the buildings total 279,503 SF which calculates to $146.15 per SF. The cap rate was reported to be 7% based on fi rst year NOI performance.

Lee Brokers 5+ Year, 15,875 SF Lease at The Pinnacle in Perimeter Center

A Scottsdale air ambulance provider signed a multi-million dollar, 5-plus year offi ce lease for 15,875 SF at The Pinnacle in Perimeter Center, 17851 N. 85th St. in Scottsdale. The transaction was signed on February 10

Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against Foreclosure Consulting Company

Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich announced the filing of a consumer fraud lawsuit against Advantage Foreclosure LLC (Advantage) and its owners Matthew and Lynette Van Remoortel. Advantage is an Arizona based company that advertised on the internet site located at www.aboutmyforeclosure.com and purports to provide foreclosure consulting services nationwide.

Franks Introduces CIPA to prevent dangerous widespread power failures

In light of constant threats to the electric grid that have directly threatened the survivability and functionality of critical United States infrastructure Congressman Franks introduced the Critical Infrastructure Protection Act today.

Consumer Alert: Attorney General Horne Warns Consumers About Super Bowl Rental Scams

Attorney General Tom Horne and Real Estate Commissioner Judy Lowe are today warning consumers to be cautious of businesses who say they can help you earn money by renting your home during the 2015 Super Bowl game

Chandler Airport Development Gets City OK for General Industrial Park

Last Thursday, October 23, the Chandler City Council approved the Planned Area Development (PAD) zoning request and site plan approval for Chandler Airport Center, a general industrial park at the SWC of Germann and Cooper Roads in Chandler.

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Rep. Crane, HUD Secretary Turner Tour Arizona Factory-Built Home Plants

Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) joined HUD Secretary Scott Turner to tour two Arizona home manufacturers, Cavco Industries in Phoenix and Champion Homes…