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AZ redistricting format upheld, changes still possible David Berman June 30, 2015 The U.S. Supreme Court surprised many observers on June 29 by upholding the right of Arizona’s five-member Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) to draw congressional districts. But change may still be in order.
TANF cuts: Is Arizona shortsighted in its dwindling support for poor families? Reports and Publications June 2015 Thom Reilly, Keiran Vitek
Phoenix voters will consider transportation sales tax Legal Broadcast Network reported that the City of Phoenix is looking at a transportation plan that could cost $31 billion. The proposal will go to the voters in an August election. The plan will require tax funding and legislative efforts have begun to garner support for the tax.
Town Hall: Arizona's Economy Reports and Publications March 2015 Morrison Institute for Public Policy
$9.1 billion state budget is all about speed, cuts Reports and Publications March 2015 Kristin Borns This March 19, 2015 review of Arizona's state budget looks at the balancing act between fiscal responsibility and social investment in education and other public programs:
Arizona’s Medicaid expansion moves to the courts Reports and Publications March 2015 Kristin Borns
Violence: America's Love/Hate Relationship Reports and Publications March 2015 Bill Hart
Governor’s budget sets tone for session of cuts Reports and Publications February 2015 Kristin Borns
America's Love/Hate Relationship With Violence Reports and Publications February 2015 Bill Hart This two-page primer briefing was handed out at the Jan. 29 Morrison Institute Roundtable Discussion on violence:
In Brief: New governor, new directions Reports and Publications November 2014 David R. Berman Morrison Institute Senior Research Fellow David R. Berman looks at the priorites Governor-elect Doug Ducey must face, including a $520 million budget deficit.

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David BermanJune 30, 2015

David Berman
June 30, 2015