
Ray Stern
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State Politics and Issues reporter for the Arizona Republic, covering AZ Legislature. Married 💕to @amysilvermanaz. Formerly @PhoenixNewTimes & EV Trib.
Phoenix, AZ
Joined November 2008
More than two dozen companies tried to capitalize on a 2019 Arizona law mandating marijuana product testing for THC potency and contaminations of mold or pesticides. it didn't work out for most of them. See my story : #marijuana.
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RT @dannowicki: “AZ law targeting homelessness impacts would help taxpayers. So far, no one has seen any money.” (via @SashaHupka) https:….
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RT @dannowicki: “AZ attorney general says immigration law is an 'unfunded mandate.' Why she's defending it.” (via @raystern) https://t.co….
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RT @lauragersony: REPORT: Latest Trump administration funding freeze ties up $118M for K-12 in Arizona, just weeks before most districts go….
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"Acknowledging the House's recent battle to reduce spending in the new state budget, (House Speaker) Montenegro noted the project was paid out of the internal budget the House was allocated for the fiscal year that just ended June 30. " By @maryjpitzl:
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“We all watched ‘The Jetsons’ years ago," (Sen. Farnsworth) said, referring to a 1960s television show where the characters jetted around in flying vehicles. "Most who have been impatient have wondered: ‘Why hasn’t that happened yet?’” - By @maryjpitzl:
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"Foxx has made a splash in the race for Arizona’s 7th Congressional District, a whirlwind campaign cycle unfolding in the heat of summer following the long-serving Rep. Raúl Grijalva’s death in March 2025." Story by @lauragersony:
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"Gnaw and order: An imperiled Arizona river gets help from relocated beavers -- Story by John Leos @azcentral:
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"'This bill importantly closes dangerous loopholes that have allowed for prolonged suffering of these animals, while making appropriate exceptions for working dogs and dogs owned by people experiencing homelessness,' Hobbs said." Story by @sbarchenger:
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"Arizonans can start deducting tips and overtime pay from their taxes. The temporary new tax deductions go into effect immediately and will continue until the end of 2028, when Trump leaves office." Story by @stephanie_murr:
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"State lawmakers referred three questions for voters to decide in 2026. It could be the start of a crowded ballot in 2026. " Story by @maryjpitzl:
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RT @maryjpitzl: From a “big bipartisan, balanced budget,“ to working in divided government, @GovernorHobbs talks with The Gaggle https://….
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RT @maryjpitzl: Love this story about a quirky July 4 celebration. This Arizona town's tradition is the bomb via @a….
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RT @dannowicki: "They got things done: 5 most influential people at Arizona Capitol in 2025." (via @sbarchenger and @raystern) https://t.co….
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RT @dannowicki: “Why a group is challenging $2M for horse racing in the state budget.” (via @raystern)
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RT @dannowicki: "Flying cars, autonomous tractors: The 5 strangest Arizona laws passed in 2025." (via @raystern)
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"The exchange, obtained by The Arizona Republic through a public records request, showed the recorder's office gave the OK for the letter on June 10." Story by @maryjpitzl:
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