AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoStatehouse Shift: Arizona Democrats have secured control of the governor’s office and both legislative chambers for the first time since 1966. Incoming Senate President Priya Sundareshan and House Speaker Oscar De Los Santos will lead a new majority focused on issues including school vouchers, water and affordability, amid budget hurdles. Election Fallout: Voters rejected a Republican-backed election overhaul and approved a grocery-tax cap and a measure labeling cartels as terrorists; they also backed a ban on transgender girls competing in girls’ school sports. Democrats gained ground in congressional races, while Republicans Mark Lamb, Eli Crane and Abe Hamadeh held on to their seats. Local Investment: Yuma County received $2 million in federal funding to plan and design safety improvements at the Fortuna Road railroad crossing. Business Strain: Oak Creek Canyon businesses are facing fresh losses after flooding and road closures compounded damage from earlier fires and floods.
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