Despite public cry for gift ban, lawmakers slow to act

azcentral politics May 21, 2012 News  |   Sports  |   Money  |   Things To Do  |   Politics Despite public cry for gift ban, lawmakers slow to act The Legislature ended its session earlier this month without any changes to disclosure laws, despite more than a half-dozen proposals from Republicans as well as Democrats. Read this story Pinal sheriff stockpiles military goods According to records obtained by The Arizona Republic, in the past two years, Sheriff Paul Babeu's office has received more than $7 million worth of equipment. Photos: Surplus military equipment | Ariz. ranks 8th in value of items Brewer veto of volunteer bill shocks youth The bill would have required a commendation to students with more than 200 hours of approved community service. Feasibility of 3rd term for Brewer pursued Voters to mull seven issues on Nov. ballot Start mulling whether you want to have Arizona declare sovereignty over all the land, water, air and natural resources within its borders. Arizona Politics • Nowicki: Cardon ad hits Flake on energy • Insider: Trio who Weier hired get laid off • Company picked to clear forest overgrowth • Mitchell wins tight Tempe mayoral race • District 6 rivals Quayle, Schweikert 'cordial' • Applications for medical-pot sites open • Challenges await new county CEO • Montini: Will Goldwater body-check Coyotes? • Judge affirms damages to illegal immigrants • Roberts: Tempe race not immune from sleaze Are your public officials telling the truth? AZ Fact Check helps keep Arizona officials honest by rating the truthfulness of their political statements. Visit azfactcheck.com today. Subscribe now to the Arizona Republic and save Start saving with the best deals and bargains, exclusive to The Arizona Republic - it's value you can't afford to miss! Save up to 90% off on coupons and deals at DealChicken.com! Coupons and deals up to 90% off! We hatch local deals daily! Sign up today! My Account  |   Subscribe to other email newsletters.  |   Contact us   |   Unsubscribe © 2012 azcentral.com. All rights reserved. | Users of this site agree to the Terms of Service, Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights and Ad Choices Add azcentral@azcentral.com to your address book to ensure proper delivery of your newsletters.