On Thursday, April 29th the Arizona Legislature adjourned sine die after spending 109 days in session. While much of the legislative session again focused on addressing Arizona’s growing budget problems, by the end, immigration became the most publicized and controversial issue of the year.
Arizona Catholic Conference Bishops’ Letter Opposing Prop 302
A positive beginning to life is not a luxury; rather a positive beginning is the foundation for a fulfilling and productive life. Children who are loved, attended to and provided adequate resources at an early age thrive to become adults who contribute to strong families and a strong society.
Arizona Catholic Conference 2009 Legislative Wrap-Up
After one of the most unusual and bitter legislative sessions in memory, the Arizona Legislature adjourned sine die at 7:31 a.m. on July 1st, making it the latest ending date in Arizona history.
Arizona’s Star Shines Brightly
With the conclusion of the recent elections, there has been much commentary about the national results and what they mean for issues of importance to the Catholic Church. For its own part, however, Arizona has been described as a “shining star” following the November elections and a place with plenty of reasons to be hopeful as 2009 begins.
Vote Yes For Marriage: A Pastoral Statement From the Bishops of the Arizona Catholic Conference in Support of Proposition 102
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Arizona Catholic Conference 2008 Legislative Wrap-Up
ARIZONA CATHOLIC CONFERENCE 2008 LEGISLATIVE SESSION FINAL UPDATE By Ron Johnson Arizona Catholic Conference On Friday, June 27th, the Arizona Legislature adjourned sine die after spending 166 days in session. Not only was this session one of the longest in Arizona history, it also marked one of the most acrimonious sessions in recent years. Before
Arizona Catholic Conference 2007 Legislative Wrap-Up
ARIZONA CATHOLIC CONFERENCE 2007 LEGISLATIVE SESSION FINAL UPDATE By Ron Johnson Arizona Catholic Conference On Wednesday, June 20th, the Arizona Legislature adjourned sine die at 10:58 p.m. after spending a busy 164 days in session. The length of the session tied last year’s mark as the fifth longest in Arizona history and featured the introduction
Arizona Catholic Conference 2007 Legislative Agenda
ARIZONA CATHOLIC CONFERENCE 2007 LEGISLATIVE AGENDA By Ron Johnson Arizona Catholic Conference The Arizona Catholic Conference (ACC) is the public policy voice of the Dioceses of Tucson, Phoenix, and Gallup, and represents the Church on legislative matters. Our core beliefs involve respect for all human life from conception until natural death. While some issues
Pastoral Statement on the 2006 General Election
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Arizona Catholic Conference 2006 Legislative Wrap-Up
ARIZONA CATHOLIC CONFERENCE 2006 LEGISLATIVE SESSION FINAL UPDATE By Ron Johnson Arizona Catholic Conference Enormous Success for ACC’s Legislative Agenda On Thursday, June 22nd, the Arizona Legislature adjourned sine die at 12:12 a.m. after spending 164 days in session. A record 1,587 bills, memorials, and resolutions were introduced during what amounted to the fifth longest
Protect Marriage Arizona Initiative Deserves Our Support
Protect Marriage Arizona Initiative Deserves Our Support By Ron Johnson, Executive Director Arizona Catholic Conference The traditional definition of marriage as a lifelong union between one man and one woman for the benefit of children has always been a cornerstone of our society. This understanding of marriage predates not only our government, but also all
Pastoral Statement on Marriage “Why is Marriage Important to the Catholic Church?”
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Arizona Catholic Conference 2005 Legislative Wrap-Up
ARIZONA CATHOLIC CONFERENCE 2005 LEGISLATIVE SESSION FINAL UPDATE By Ron Johnson Arizona Catholic Conference Big Wins for ACC’s Legislative Agenda On Friday, May13th, the Arizona Legislature adjourned sine die at 1:25 a.m. after spending 123 days in session. A record 1,443 bills, memorials, and resolutions were introduced during what amounted to a very busy
Arizona Catholic Conference 2005 Legislative Agenda
ARIZONA CATHOLIC CONFERENCE 2005 LEGISLATIVE AGENDA By Ron Johnson Arizona Catholic Conference On Monday, January 10th, the 2005 Arizona legislative session began and the inevitable discussion surrounding various social issues and the budget dominated conversation at the Capitol. As always, business and special interest groups gathered to promote their agendas and protect their self
Arizona Catholic Conference 2004 Legislative Wrap-Up
ACC 2004 Legislative Wrap-up By Ron Johnson Arizona Catholic Conference On Wednesday, May 26, the Arizona Legislature adjourned sine die at 9:58 p.m. This year’s legislative session lasted 136 days, making it the 11th longest regular session in state history. The 2004 legislative session featured the introduction of 1,249 bills, memorials, and resolutions. Of these
Defending the Sanctity of Marriage
Defending the Sanctity of Marriage By Ron Johnson, Executive Director Arizona Catholic Conference It is interesting to note that the nature of marriage as a great gift uniting one man and one woman into a lifelong union of total sharing for the sake of a family is more than just a religious teaching. This understanding
