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Wyo. Gov. Gordon Declines to Move Forward With Removal of Hot Springs County Commissioners
CHEYENNE, Wyoming, March 21 -- Gov. Mark Gordon, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release on March 20, 2026:
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Governor Mark Gordon Declines to Move Forward with Removal of Hot Springs County Commissioners
Governor Mark Gordon (R-WY) announces his decision today declining to move forward with the removal of Hot Springs County Commissioners Paul Galovich and Robert Aguiar. Governor Gordon received a complaint on September 10, 2025 from six qualified electors of Hot Springs County containing numerous allegations of misconduct and malfeasance by the Hot Springs County Commissioners Paul
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CHEYENNE, Wyoming, March 21 -- Gov. Mark Gordon, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release on March 20, 2026:
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Governor Mark Gordon Declines to Move Forward with Removal of Hot Springs County Commissioners
Governor Mark Gordon (R-WY) announces his decision today declining to move forward with the removal of Hot Springs County Commissioners Paul Galovich and Robert Aguiar. Governor Gordon received a complaint on September 10, 2025 from six qualified electors of Hot Springs County containing numerous allegations of misconduct and malfeasance by the Hot Springs County Commissioners PaulGalovich and Robert Aguiar and requesting their removal from office.
In his review, the Governor pointed out several decisions by the Commissioners that showed serious lapses in judgment, calling their failure to obtain "(properly authorized) legal representation . . . at best impetuous and at worst precarious." He also noted that the "Commissioners Galovich and Aguiar's decision to reopen the matter despite the many warnings given by their fellow Board member and county staff . . . appears to be a significant lapse in judgment.
However, after compiling the information gathered in the Governor's office's investigation as well as a separate investigation conducted by the Attorney General, the Governor concluded that while the conduct of the two commissioners was deeply troubling, they did not rise to the level of misconduct or malfeasance. "
There is much to find wrong with the actions of the Board and others in this matter," Governor Gordon wrote in his decision. "Still after compiling the information gathered in my own investigation and a separate investigation by the Attorney General, several considerations weigh against recommending the removal of Commissioners Galovich and Aguiar at this time."
Those considerations included the fact that the investigation could find no evidence of bias or conflict of interest, as alleged by the complainant, the courts have already played the appropriate role in the matter, there is no continued pattern of misconduct and, for one of the Commissioners, voters have a clear remedy in front of them this August.
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Original text here: https://governor.wyo.gov/news-releases/governor-mark-gordon-declines-to-move-forward-with-removal-of-hot-springs-county-commissioners
Wash. State Commerce Dept.: Spokane Valley Hotel Owner Shares CBPS Compliance Success Story
OLYMPIA, Washington, March 21 -- The Washington State Department of Commerce issued the following news:
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Spokane Valley hotel owner shares CBPS compliance success story
Recently, Commerce asked building owners to share their Clean Buildings Performance Standard (CBPS) compliance success stories.
"Energy efficiency improvements are important to us as we work to operate responsibly while supporting the region's tourism economy." - Grant Guinn, owner of GL8 Hospitality
Grant Guinn, owner of GL8 Hospitality in the Spokane Valley, shared his recent success with meeting CBPS compliance and
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OLYMPIA, Washington, March 21 -- The Washington State Department of Commerce issued the following news:
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Spokane Valley hotel owner shares CBPS compliance success story
Recently, Commerce asked building owners to share their Clean Buildings Performance Standard (CBPS) compliance success stories.
"Energy efficiency improvements are important to us as we work to operate responsibly while supporting the region's tourism economy." - Grant Guinn, owner of GL8 Hospitality
Grant Guinn, owner of GL8 Hospitality in the Spokane Valley, shared his recent success with meeting CBPS compliance andreasons why they were successful.
"As the owner of a hotel in Spokane Valley, I participated in several informational sessions hosted by the Department of Commerce explaining the Clean Buildings Performance Standard and the compliance process. These sessions were helpful in understanding how to establish our Building ID and navigate the complex compliance portal," said Guinn.
"One of the most valuable outcomes from those sessions was learning about the Building Efficiency and Clean Operations Network (BEACON) Fellowship program available in our region. The program provided practical guidance that helped us move through the compliance process with greater confidence.
"I would especially like to recognize Sydney Cohen and CJ Kreitlow with Climate Corps, both of whom are part of the Beacon Fellowship program, who hosted our first Teams call with us in August 2025 and continued answering questions and meeting with us throughout the application process. Their professionalism and responsiveness were instrumental in helping us complete our submission.
"Our compliance application has now been approved and is currently under review by the Incentive team. While the compliance process can be complex for building owners navigating it for the first time, the educational resources and support programs provided by the Department were extremely helpful in guiding us through the process. I appreciate the assistance provided and look forward to continuing to improve the efficiency and performance of our building.
Are you a building owner?
If your building has successfully met compliance with the CBPS and you would like to have your building featured in an upcoming bulletin, please fill out this short questionnaire.
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Original text here: https://www.commerce.wa.gov/spokane-valley-hotel-owner-shares-cbps-compliance-success-story/
N.H. Gov. Ayotte Applauds Launch of DHHS Pilot Program With Dartmouth Health
CONCORD, New Hampshire, March 21 -- Gov. Kelly Ayotte, R-New Hampshire, issued the following news release on March 20, 2026:
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Governor Ayotte Applauds Launch of DHHS Pilot Program with Dartmouth Health
Today, Governor Kelly Ayotte applauded the recently-launched Upper Valley Community Partner Pilot, a partnership between the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Care Connections program and Dartmouth Health to improve access to health care and other critical services for Granite Staters.
"New Hampshire is always looking for better ways to help Granite Staters access
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CONCORD, New Hampshire, March 21 -- Gov. Kelly Ayotte, R-New Hampshire, issued the following news release on March 20, 2026:
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Governor Ayotte Applauds Launch of DHHS Pilot Program with Dartmouth Health
Today, Governor Kelly Ayotte applauded the recently-launched Upper Valley Community Partner Pilot, a partnership between the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Care Connections program and Dartmouth Health to improve access to health care and other critical services for Granite Staters.
"New Hampshire is always looking for better ways to help Granite Staters accessthe care and services they need," said Governor Ayotte. "I'm excited to see DHHS partner with Dartmouth Health and Unite Us for a pilot program aimed at improving access to services and delivering better health outcomes for patients. Together, we can ensure an even healthier future for our state."
The Dartmouth Health Upper Valley Community Partner Pilot will work with DHHS and Unite Us, the state's technology partner for integrating health and community-based care, to create a regional network of health care and social services providers. In collaboration with Granite United Way, the pilot program aims to improve how individuals and families access essential health and social services within a coordinated, secure referral system.
"Partnerships like the Dartmouth Health Upper Valley Community Partner Pilot are critical programs for us at Dartmouth Health in our ongoing work to improve health outcomes in the communities we serve," said Joanne M. Conroy, MD, CEO and president of Dartmouth Health. "Gaps in communication between health and social service providers impact health and this can be improved by creating a system that links these entities together. I am proud that Dartmouth Health will play a role in the creation of such a system in the Upper Valley."
New Hampshire Care Connections gives participating healthcare and community organizations a secure platform to send and receive electronic referrals, more effectively measure outcomes, and better understand non-medical community needs, including housing stability, food access, transportation, and other critical supports.
"We are proud to partner with Dartmouth Health and Unite Us on this innovative project to connect healthcare providers, community organizations and other stakeholders on the issues that matter most to the people of the Upper Valley," said DHHS Commissioner Lori Weaver. "The launch of the Upper Valley Community Partner Pilot marks a major milestone in our work to establish New Hampshire Care Connections. We are excited to learn from this first phase as we build regional networks throughout New Hampshire to create a statewide coordinated referral system that will help everyone in New Hampshire has access to the services they need to thrive."
Learn more about the New Hampshire Care Connections project or join the network here (https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/programs-services/nh-care-connections).
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Original text here: https://www.governor.nh.gov/news/governor-ayotte-applauds-launch-dhhs-pilot-program-dartmouth-health
Maine Gov. Mills Radio Address: Preserving the American Dream in Maine
AUGUSTA, Maine, March 21 -- Gov. Janet Mills, D-Maine, issued the following radio address:
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Preserving the American Dream in Maine
Hello, this is Governor Janet Mills, and thank you for listening.
You know, the prospect of homeownership has always been the cornerstone of the American Dream. It's been a pathway to financial stability. But today, that dream is simply out of reach for so many people.
The median price for a home in Maine is $395,000, and that's only slightly lower than the national price of $401,800. The national news is filled with stories about the tough times renting or
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AUGUSTA, Maine, March 21 -- Gov. Janet Mills, D-Maine, issued the following radio address:
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Preserving the American Dream in Maine
Hello, this is Governor Janet Mills, and thank you for listening.
You know, the prospect of homeownership has always been the cornerstone of the American Dream. It's been a pathway to financial stability. But today, that dream is simply out of reach for so many people.
The median price for a home in Maine is $395,000, and that's only slightly lower than the national price of $401,800. The national news is filled with stories about the tough times renting orbuying a house everywhere from California to Connecticut. Almost 30 percent of all Americans are "house poor" -- that is, they spend 30 percent or more of their incomes on housing. That's not right.
The entire nation is short millions of housing units for rent or for sale. High interest rates, and supply chain problems, and labor shortages have made the situation even worse, and the president's tariffs on aluminum, steel, and other building materials have just driven up costs and slowed new construction at a time when we need it most.
We can't give up on the American Dream, not when young families can't find a house that fits their budget. Not when retirees want to downsize but can't find a smaller place at reasonable cost. Not when businesses are losing workers because they can't find housing close by their employment.
My Administration is building and preserving affordable housing for Maine people in a number of ways. We're doing what we can at the state level.
First, we're helping towns provide emergency housing shelters with wraparound services for people who are chronically homeless. We established the Home for Good program, a cost-effective approach to address homelessness. Many of those people are suffering from mental illness or addiction and need services. And recently, I announced that three communities -- Bangor, Portland and South Portland -- will be receiving a grant through this program to create 92 new affordable apartments with help to get people off the streets and into stable housing, providing the help they need to turn their lives around. Stable housing is the most effective way to help those people who are struggling with chronic homelessness and reduce costs for communities and for taxpayers.
Secondly, we're building out our housing inventory so we can increase the availability of good homes for all Maine people. Since I took office, my administration has authorized almost $315 million to build more homes, nearly five times more than the State of Maine spent on housing production from 2000 to 2018. In the past year alone, my administration and MaineHousing have financed more than 1,000 affordable homes, mostly new construction.
Thirdly, we have worked closely with the legislature to enact zoning, land use, regulatory, and permitting reforms to allow the private sector to build more of the market rate homes that Maine people need.
And fourth, we have enacted historic legislation to preserve the affordable homes we have already in Maine. We expanded tax relief programs like the Property Tax Fairness Credit, the Homestead Exemption, and the State Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit. We also created the Mobile Home Park Preservation Fund, so mobile home residents can purchase their own parks before wealthy out-of-state corporations swoop in and buy them out from under them and then evict them.
I've also announced an "American Dream" proposal that will result in 825 new homes across Maine, mostly for middle class families, and that's pending in the legislature right now.
It has been said that "a life is measured not by what you build, but by who you lift." Well, here in Maine, we're both building and lifting lives up so that people can be in charge of their destinies and achieve that cornerstone of the American Dream: owning a home of their own. It's not easy, but we're doing everything we can in a creative, innovative way to make sure people have a place to call home that they can afford here in Maine.
This is Governor Janet Mills, and thank you for listening.
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Original text here: https://www.maine.gov/governor/mills/news/radio_address/preserving-american-dream-maine-2026-03-20
Calif. Gov. Newsom Announces Appointments
SACRAMENTO, California, March 21 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on March 20, 2026:
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Governor Newsom announces appointments
Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:
Antonio Buelna, of Fresno, has been appointed Chief of Infrastructure Maintenance at the California High Speed Rail Authority. Buelna has been Assistant Director of Capital Projects for the City of Fresno since 2024. He had held several positions at Union Pacific Railroad from 2007 to 2024, including Director of Rail Management, Senior Manager for Methods and Research,
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SACRAMENTO, California, March 21 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on March 20, 2026:
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Governor Newsom announces appointments
Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:
Antonio Buelna, of Fresno, has been appointed Chief of Infrastructure Maintenance at the California High Speed Rail Authority. Buelna has been Assistant Director of Capital Projects for the City of Fresno since 2024. He had held several positions at Union Pacific Railroad from 2007 to 2024, including Director of Rail Management, Senior Manager for Methods and Research,Manager for Track Assessment, and Manager for Track Maintenance. Buelna earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Systems Engineering from the University of California, Davis. This position does not require Senate Confirmation and the compensation is $234,000. Buelna is a Democrat.
Marilyn Norris, of Oakdale, has been appointed Chief of Safety and Security at the California High-Speed Rail Authority. Norris has held multiple positions at ConGlobal since 2021, including Director of Safety and Regulatory Compliance and Corporate Safety and Compliance Manager. She had held several positions at REMPREX from 2012 to 2021, including Regional Manager of West Coast Automotive and Intermodal Operations. Norris was the Area Manager at Amazon from 2015 to 2016. She earned a Master of Science in Psychology and a Master of Business Administration in Human Resources from the University of Phoenix, and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from California State University, Stanislaus. This position does not require Senate confirmation and the compensation is $240,000. Norris is a Republican.
Luisa Ortega, of Pasadena, has been appointed to the California Citizens Compensation Commission. Ortega has been the Executive Director of the Chicano Latino Youth Leadership Project, Inc. since 2023. She was Chief Educator at Four Directions Education Consulting from 2017 to 2022. Ortega was a Program Director at The SMET Foundation from 2013 to 2016. She was a Program Director and Counselor at Social Advocates for Youth from 2007 to 2012. Ortega is the Chair of the Board of Trustees for Cathedral High School Los Angeles. She is a Commissioner for the City of Pasadena Commission on the Status of Women. Ortega earned a Doctor of Education degree from the University of Southern California, a Master of Arts degree in Education and Counseling from San Diego State University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Ethnic Studies from the University of California, Berkeley. This position does not require Senate confirmation and the compensation is $100 per diem. Ortega is a Democrat.
Andrew Moreno, of Fresno, has been appointed to the California State Board of Optometry. Moreno has been Of Counsel at The Moreno Law Group since 2021 and has held several positions there since 2015, including Post-Graduate Law Clerk and Managing Director. He was Project Manager at Economic Vitality Corporation of San Luis Obispo from 2012 to 2014. Moreno was Grants Manager at RM Associates from 2005 to 2012. He earned a Juris Doctor degree from California Northwestern University, a Master of Liberal Arts Degree in Environmental Management and Sustainability from Harvard University Extension School, a Master of Arts degree in Communication and Leadership Studies from Gonzaga University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Saint Mary's College of California. This position does not require Senate confirmation and the compensation is $100 per diem. Moreno is a Democrat.
Marshall Riddle, of Modesto, has been appointed to the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. Riddle has been a Manager of Demand Generation and Digital Marketing at G3 Enterprises since 2024, where he was a Marketing Lead Generation Manager from 2021 to 2024. He was a Digital Marketing Manager at Integrated Benefits Institute from 2018 to 2021. Riddle was a Digital Marketing Manager at Apexus from 2014 to 2017. He was a Senior Analyst at Managed Care On-Line from 2008 to 2014. Riddle is a Member of the City of Modesto Board of Zoning Adjustment. This position does not require Senate confirmation and the compensation is $100 per diem. Riddle is a Democrat.
Alex Pereira, of Antelope, has been appointed to the Board of Naturopathic Medicine. Pereira has been a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine at Azzolino Chiropractic Neurology Group since 2025 and a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine at Gordon Medical Associates since 2023. He was a Resident Naturopathic Medical Doctor at Revolutions Naturopathic from 2021 to 2023. Pereira was Senior Director of Health Care Operation at TekDek LLC from 2021 to 2023. He was Director of Research & Development at Natura Life + Science from 2020 to 2021. Pereira was Business Manager at Haemasu LLC from 2018 to 2020. He was Director of Strategy and Business Development at Bear Flag Development LLC from 2012 to 2018. Pereira was Director of Operations at Sacramento Non-Profit LLC from 2009 to 2012. He was Project Manager Team Lead at Toyota Motor Corporation from 2007 to 2009. Pereira was a Personal Banker at Bank of America from 2005 to 2007. He is a Member of the California Naturopathic Doctors Association and International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society. Pereira earned a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree from Bastyr University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business and Managerial Economics from California State University, San Francisco. This position does not require Senate confirmation and the compensation is $100 per diem. Pereira is a Democrat.
Matthew Cappiello, of Redlands, has been appointed to the Board of Naturopathic Medicine. Cappiello has been an Attending Physician at Loma Linda University since 2025, where he has held several roles since 2018, including Assistant Professor in Infectious Diseases and Attending Physician in Internal Medicine. He is a Member of the CTropMed Committee and Continuing Medical Education Committee at the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, Gold Humanism Honor Society and the CAIR-CA Political Action Committee Executive Board. Cappiello earned a Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of California, San Diego and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Integrative Biology and English Literature from the University of California, Berkeley. This position does not require Senate confirmation and the compensation is $100 per diem. Cappiello is a Democrat.
Faisal Qazi, of Fullerton, has been appointed to the Osteopathic Medical Board. Qazi has been Designated Institutional Officer for the TNG Neurology Residency Program in Pomona since 2021, Co-Founder of the Neurology Group since 2012, Assistant Professor at Western University since 2008, and Founder of the Inland Neurological Consultants Inc., since 2006, where he was a Sole Practitioner from 2006 to 2012. He was an Associate Professor at the University of California, Riverside from 2018 to 2024. Qazi is a member of the California Neurology Society. He earned a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Touro University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Neuroscience from University of California, Los Angeles. This position does not require Senate confirmation and the compensation is $100 per diem. Qazi is a Democrat.
Lee Bycel, of Kensington, has been appointed to the California Commission on Aging. Bycel was a Visiting Professor of Holocaust, Genocide, and Refugee Studies at the University of San Francisco from 2004 to 2022. He was a Senior Moderator at The Aspen Institute from 1997 to 2020. Bycel was a Rabbi at Congregation Beth Shalom from 2003 to 2017. He was a Senior Advisor for the International Medical Corps from 2005 to 2007. Bycel was Dean at Hebrew Union College from 1982 to 1997. He earned a Doctor of Theology degree from Claremont School of Theology, a Master of Theology degree in Rabbinic Ordination from Hebrew Union College, and Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from University of California, Berkeley. This position does not require Senate confirmation, and there is no compensation. Bycel is a Democrat.
Ted Miyahara, of San Diego, has been appointed to the 22nd District Agricultural Association, Del Mar Fair Board. Miyahara has been President and CEO at the San Diego Community Housing Corporation since 2018. He was Vice President of Multifamily Finance at the San Diego Housing Commission from 2012 to 2018. Miyahara was Project Manager at Hearthstone Housing from 2011 to 2012. He was Project Manager at Community Housing Developers from 2004 to 2009. Miyahara is a member of the Planning Commission for the City of San Diego. He earned a Master of Business Administration from the University of the Redlands and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management from California State University, San Jose. This position does not require Senate confirmation and there is no compensation. Miyahara is registered to vote with no party preference.
Elsa Morales-Roth, of Chula Vista, has been appointed to the 22nd District Agricultural Association, Del Mar Fair Board. Morales-Roth has been Executive Director of the Emilion Nares Foundation since 2023. She held multiple roles at MAAC from 2013 to 2022, including Director of Communications, Assistant Director of Communications, and Development and Donor Relations Manager. She was a Marketing and Business Development Coordinator for Innotech Solar USA from 2011 to 2012. Morales-Roth was a Marketing and Public Relations Manager at Planigrupo from 2008 to 2011. She was a Marketing and Public Relations Manager at Consorcio Ara DCD from 2007 to 2008. Morales-Roth is Chair of the International Community Foundation and a Board Member of LEAD San Diego. She earned a Master of Arts in Nonprofit Leadership and Management from the University of San Diego and a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Universidad Autonoma de Baja California. This position does not require Senate confirmation and there is no compensation. Morales-Roth is a Democrat.
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Original text here: https://www.gov.ca.gov/2026/03/20/governor-newsom-announces-appointments-3-20-2026/
Arizona Republicans Blast Hobbs for Walking Away From Budget Talks, Pushing Risky Education Fund Raid
PHOENIX, Arizona, March 21 -- The Arizona State Senate Republican Caucus issued the following statement on March 20, 2026:
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Arizona Republicans Blast Hobbs for Walking Away from Budget Talks, Pushing Risky Education Fund Raid
Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen and House Speaker Steve Montenegro are pushing back after Governor Katie Hobbs abruptly walked away from budget negotiations today, distorting the facts while advancing a budget plan that would put Arizona taxpayers and students in jeopardy. The legislative leaders issued the following joint statement:
"Governor Hobbs chose
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PHOENIX, Arizona, March 21 -- The Arizona State Senate Republican Caucus issued the following statement on March 20, 2026:
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Arizona Republicans Blast Hobbs for Walking Away from Budget Talks, Pushing Risky Education Fund Raid
Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen and House Speaker Steve Montenegro are pushing back after Governor Katie Hobbs abruptly walked away from budget negotiations today, distorting the facts while advancing a budget plan that would put Arizona taxpayers and students in jeopardy. The legislative leaders issued the following joint statement:
"Governor Hobbs choseto walk away from budget negotiations despite a path forward being within reach. At the center of this dispute is her proposal to dramatically increase withdrawals from Arizona's Public Land Trust, a voter-protected fund designed to support K-12 education for generations. This is not a solution. It is a long-term raid on a critical resource. According to legislative budget analysts, the Governor's proposal would cut the trust nearly in half over the next 20 years, dropping it from roughly $9.7 billion to $4.7 billion. Her latest plan calls for a 10.9 percent distribution for the next 20 years, far above the previous 6.9 percent over ten years. That approach would bankrupt the trust and rob future education funding from our children just to please unions today.
Her proposal also relies on unrealistic assumptions, including sustained high investment returns with no economic downturn for two decades, while dramatically increasing withdrawals beyond historical levels.
The broader budget follows the same pattern, layering in $1.5 billion in new debt, higher taxes and fees, and questionable revenue projections to cover increased spending. That is not a balanced budget.
The Governor wants to drain a voter-protected education fund, pile on $1.5 billion in new debt, and rely on numbers that simply don't add up. We have shown the Governor's Office a balanced budget with tax conformity. We've put forward a responsible plan that cuts taxes for working families and funds schools without gimmicks. She walked away from the table because her math doesn't work. Arizonans deserve better than headlines and blame-shifting.
Republicans won't turn our backs on Arizonans. In the next several weeks, we will work to build a responsible, balanced budget that cuts taxes for Arizona families, funds our schools, keeps government operating, and protects the long-term stability of our state. It will be honest, sustainable, and will reflect the priorities of the people we represent. If the Governor chooses to veto that, the consequences are real. It means continued uncertainty for families, for schools, and for our economy. It means delaying pay raises, delaying investments, and creating instability that Arizona can't afford.
While the Governor plays political theater, Arizona families are dealing with real consequences. This impacts your cost of living, your paycheck, your kids' classrooms, and whether Arizona remains affordable for the families who live here. A temper tantrum won't balance the budget, and it is not leadership to rely on voters to pass the funding we need after the fact. We're ready to get this done. The question is whether she is."
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Original text here: https://www.azsenaterepublicans.gov/press-releases/arizona-republicans-blast-hobbs-for-walking-away-from-budget-talks
ADLEST CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF NEW TRAINING FACILITY ON NORTHWEST ALETA CAMPUS
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, March 21 -- The Arkansas Division on Law Enforcement Standards and Training, a part of the Department of Public Safety, issued the following news:
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ADLEST CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF NEW TRAINING FACILITY ON NORTHWEST ALETA CAMPUS
The Arkansas Division on Law Enforcement Standards and Training (ADLEST) today celebrated the grand opening of a new training facility at the Northwest campus of the Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy (ALETA) in Springdale.
The new building marks a significant expansion of the existing campus and a substantial investment in the future
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LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, March 21 -- The Arkansas Division on Law Enforcement Standards and Training, a part of the Department of Public Safety, issued the following news:
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ADLEST CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF NEW TRAINING FACILITY ON NORTHWEST ALETA CAMPUS
The Arkansas Division on Law Enforcement Standards and Training (ADLEST) today celebrated the grand opening of a new training facility at the Northwest campus of the Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy (ALETA) in Springdale.
The new building marks a significant expansion of the existing campus and a substantial investment in the futureof law enforcement training in Arkansas. The addition increases training capacity, modernizes instructional spaces, and provides officers with realistic, scenario-based learning environments designed to meet critical training needs.
"The opportunity to expand our Northwest Arkansas training campus is more than a construction milestone - it is a commitment to the future of law enforcement in our state," said Chris Chapmond, ADLEST Director. "This facility represents our dedication to preparing officers, not only for today's challenges, but to anticipate tomorrow's. We are building an environment that promotes excellence, professionalism, and public trust."
In addition to the main training facility, construction included a new 10,625-square-foot multipurpose live-fire range to enhance firearms training capacity, safety, and flexibility for both basic and advanced instruction.
"This new facility strengthens Arkansas's commitment to elite law enforcement training and public safety statewide," said Col. Mike Hagar, Director of the Arkansas State Police. "Investments like this equip our officers with the tools and environments they need to serve with distinction and protect our communities effectively."
Completed at a cost of $8.47 million, the project was funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The new 21,000-square-foot facility expands the academy's reach across Northwest Arkansas, increasing ALETA's ability to serve local, county, and state law enforcement agencies throughout the region.
"This expansion elevates both our classroom and hands-on training," said Clint Scrivner, Training Supervisor for NW ALETA. "Having a dedicated live-fire range alongside the new facility ensures officers train in realistic environments while maintaining the highest safety standards."
The Northwest ALETA campus provides basic academy training, advanced specialty courses, and continuing education opportunities for officers across the state. As demand for high-quality training continues to rise and public safety challenges evolve, the new facility ensures ALETA remains at the forefront of professional law enforcement education.
Cromwell Architects Engineers designed the project and also served as the general contractor. Construction began in January 2025.
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Original text here: https://dps.arkansas.gov/news/adlest-celebrates-grand-opening-of-new-training-facility-on-northwest-aleta-campus/
