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Governor Ducey Celebrates Manufacturing Month
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- Written by Yuma News Now Yuma News Now
- Published: 04 October 2020 04 October 2020
Phoenix, Arizona - Governor Doug Ducey declared October 2020 Arizona Manufacturing Month to highlight manufacturers throughout the state and recognize the industry’s impact on Arizona’s economic growth.
Governor Ducey, Treasurer Yee Celebrate College Savings Month
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- Published: 04 October 2020 04 October 2020
Phoenix, Arizona - Governor Doug Ducey, in partnership with Arizona State Treasurer Kimberly Yee, Thursday proclaimed October to be College Savings Month in Arizona. The Governor and the Treasurer this month are encouraging families to explore opportunities of AZ529, Arizona’s Education Savings Plan, which helps families save money for a future postsecondary education.
Governor Ducey Lights Arizona Purple To Support Domestic Violence Awareness
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- Published: 04 October 2020 04 October 2020
Phoenix, Arizona - This October, Arizona will once again come together during Domestic Violence Awareness Month to take a stand against all forms of domestic violence and abuse through the sixth annual Lighting Arizona Purple campaign. Domestic violence is an issue that affects all Arizonans, regardless of age, gender, or economic status.
Governor Ducey Announces Plan For State Trooper Body Cameras
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- Published: 04 October 2020 04 October 2020
Phoenix, Arizona - In January, Governor Doug Ducey proposed funding to equip all Arizona State Troopers with body-worn cameras, calling it an idea “backed by law enforcement and clear research.” That proposal, however, had to be put on hold when the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in legislators approving a slimmed-down budget to prepare for economic uncertainty.
Arizona To Receive More Than 2 Million Rapid COVID-19 Tests
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- Written by Yuma News Now Yuma News Now
- Published: 04 October 2020 04 October 2020
Phoenix, Arizona - Governor Doug Ducey Tuesday announced that Arizona will receive 2.19 million Abbott rapid point-of-care tests from the federal government. The tests can produce results within 15 minutes. Delivery is expected to take place with shipments beginning in the next seven to 10 days.
Justice Department Awards over $9 Million to Combat Elder Fraud and Abuse
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- Published: 04 October 2020 04 October 2020
Washington, DC - The Department of Justice Thursday awarded grants totaling $9.4 million to combat elder abuse and financial fraud targeted at seniors across the United States. Elder abuse is an intentional or negligent act by any person that causes harm or a serious risk of harm to an older adult. Attorney General William P. Barr announced the awards on the 30th anniversary of the International Day of Older Persons.
U.S. Supreme Court Will Hear Arizona Ballot Harvesting Case
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- Published: 04 October 2020 04 October 2020
Washington, DC - Friday, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) decided it will review a case challenging Arizona’s election integrity laws concerning ballot harvesting and out-of-precinct voting. The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) is asking the High Court to bring clarity to these matters after a misguided ruling by the Ninth Circuit struck the measures down.