PHOENIX, ARIZONA— As the relentless crisis at the border rages in Arizona, Governor Katie Hobbs and Arizona State Democrat lawmakers are neglecting their duties to not only keep our citizens safe from the associated criminal activity infiltrating our communities, but to also stop the drain of taxpayer dollars being used to handle the mass numbers of illegals entering our state. In response, Arizona State Senate and House Republicans are gearing up to advance a ballot measure this month, which voters will have the opportunity to weigh in on come November to combat the crisis.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA— The Arizona Senate Majority Caucus today releases its 2026 Majority Plan, a focused agenda to lower costs, strengthen community safety, keep Arizona's economy competitive, and protect the freedoms secured under more than a decade of Republican leadership.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA—Former Senate Majority Leader Janae Shamp, a registered nurse with extensive hands-on experience in healthcare, is introducing legislation to ban the use of fluoride in Arizona's public water systems. Senator Shamp describes the bill as a "direct strike against government overreach" and believes it is a necessary step to ensure that Arizona's drinking water remains clean, pure, and free from mandatory chemical additives.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA— Senator David Farnsworth, Chair of the Senate Appropriations & Transportation Committee, is highlighting the growing issue of runaway and missing youth from group homes. In response to this urgent concern, Senator Farnsworth is collaborating with local officials and law enforcement in the Town of Queen Creek to explore a new pilot program. This initiative aims to fund two full-time specialized police officers dedicated to prevention, rapid response, and thorough investigations.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA—Senate Appropriations & Transportation Committee Chairman David Farnsworth and President Pro Tempore T.J. Shope are working to protect funding for State Route 347 amid potential budget cuts in the upcoming legislative session. It's essential to ensure ongoing improvements, as over 76% of Maricopa households rely on this route for daily commutes.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA— Arizona State Senator Tim Dunn, a lifelong farmer, is calling out a recent Cronkite News article – republished by multiple outlets statewide – for spreading misleading and unscientific claims about pesticide use, worker safety, and Arizona's agriculture community.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA— Rural Arizona is struggling, and the Food Bank of Paulden in Yavapai County needs assistance. Senator Mark Finchem, a regular contributor on a national X podcast that discusses cryptocurrency legislation, regulation, and occasionally litigation, challenged viewers to make a donation using DASH, a popular cryptocurrency. This challenge was prompted by the current situation at the Paulden and Prescott Food Bank. Over the past two weeks, since the show, nearly $1,000 has been raised for Senator Finchem's challenge.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA— Senator David Farnsworth, Chair of the Senate Appropriations & Transportation Committee, is accelerating Arizona's role in next-generation transportation by championing legislation in the 2026 session to support advanced air mobility while ensuring cities remain protected from monopolies that could control future transit networks.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA—Senator Janae Shamp is expressing outrage over a catastrophic system failure that allegedly allowed a registered sex offender—who repeatedly violated probation—to walk onto a school campus and sexually assault a 10-year-old girl.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA— Senator J.D. Mesnard, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance, is calling out Governor Katie Hobbs for issuing an executive order today that blatantly misleads the public and attempts to take credit for federal tax reforms secured by Republicans.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA— Arizona Senator Janae Shamp is celebrating a hard-won victory after a federal court upheld one of Arizona's most rigid child protection laws. This ruling reflects years of dedicated legislative effort by Republicans. Senator Shamp's mission is unapologetic and unwavering: to protect Arizona's most vulnerable and make the lives of pedophiles who commit crimes against children a living hell.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA— Majority Whip Frank Carroll is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Boeing AH-64 Apache helicopter, highlighting the aircraft's vital role in strengthening America's national security and supporting the men and women of the U.S. military. Speaking to community leaders, veterans, and aerospace workers, Majority Whip is emphasizing the Apache's enduring legacy as a symbol of American innovation, defense readiness, and unwavering commitment to freedom.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA— Senator Shawnna Bolick is taking immediate steps to secure Arizona's elections. On Saturday, she filed SCR 1001, a top priority for Senate Republicans that gives voters the power to adopt stronger citizenship verification, voter ID requirements, and enforceable election deadlines.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA— Senator David Farnsworth, Chair of the Senate Appropriations and Transportation Committee, is drawing attention to national security concerns after a U.S. House investigation uncovered that Pentagon-funded university research is being exploited by the Chinese Communist Party to enhance China's military capabilities.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA— President Pro Tem T.J. Shope is calling for immediate updates from state and county prosecutors after newly surfaced internal messages, financial documents, and firsthand accounts indicate political pressure inside the Department of Child Safety (DCS). The matter surrounds a controversial 30% rate hike given to the group home provider Sunshine Residential Homes – a major donor to Governor Katie Hobbs and Democratic political organizations.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA— Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen is announcing a major legal victory after a federal court upheld Arizona's sex offender registration laws, rejecting a challenge that sought to weaken public safety protections for Arizona children and families.

Senator Carine Werner, Chair of the Senate Health & Human Services Committee, will convene the committee's third public oversight hearing on the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) Wednesday, November 12 at 1 p.m. in Senate Hearing Room 1. Members of the media and the public are encouraged to attend in person. A livestream link will also be available to watch the hearing remotely and will be posted next week at www.azleg.gov/liveproceedings.

Arizona families are raising serious concerns about the state's family court system, where children's safety, parental rights, and financial stability are often at stake. The Joint Legislative Ad Hoc Committee on Family Court Orders is releasing an analysis report today outlining widespread issues identified through more than 40 hours of public testimony and expert review, along with recommended legislative reforms to increase accountability, transparency, and consistency in family court practices.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA— State Senate President Warren Petersen is returning from the nation's capital after high-level meetings this week with members of President Trump's Administration to advance Arizona's top priorities – border security, water, land management, and election integrity. His visit comes as Democrat federal lawmakers, including Arizona's U.S. Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego, continue to block efforts to reopen the federal government.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA— Senator Carine Werner, Chair of the Senate Health & Human Services Committee, is continuing her push for transparency and accountability from the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) as the committee prepares to hold its third special oversight hearing on Tuesday, November 12 at 1 p.m. in Senate Hearing Room 1.