border security Archives

State Representative Ben Toma speaking with attendees at an event titled "Arizona Talks: Criminal Justice" hosted by Arizona Talks at the First Baptist Church of Scottsdale in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Toma Sponsored ‘Secure the Border Act’ Set for Final Vote

June 4, 2024 12:29 pmJune 17, 2024 10:32 am

(The Center Square) – Arizona House lawmakers plan to vote on the “Secure the Border Act” ballot referral on Tuesday. House Concurrent Resolution 2060 would make it a state crime to cross into Arizona anywhere besides a legal point of...

AZ Senate Passes Sweeping Border Bill

May 24, 2024 8:32 amJune 17, 2024 10:32 am

(The Center Square) – The Arizona Senate passed House Concurrent Resolution 2060 on Wednesday, and it will now go to the House for a vote. The “Secure the Border Act” is primarily meant to make it a state crime to...

Petersen Responds to Arizona Business Border Bill Worries

May 13, 2024 1:04 pmMay 23, 2024 6:41 am

(The Center Square) – Some Arizona business groups have voiced views on the “Secure the Border Act” as Gov. Katie Hobbs and other Democrats have said it poses a risk to the state economy. House Concurrent Resolution 2060 is expected to...