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Arizona taxpayers bear $1.5 million cost defending popular Prop 211 law

Prop 211 was popular with voters, so why are taxpayers footing the bill to overturn that same law?

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Jun 06, 2024
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Arizona's Proposition 211, a pivotal constitutional amendment designed to enhance transparency in political campaign financing, remains under persistent legal challenge from state Republicans, despite being upheld by multiple courts and enjoying strong voter support.

The ongoing legal struggle has already cost taxpayers over $1.5 million, based on record…

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