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College H.U.N.K.S. hauling service opens in Tucson

College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk and Moving, which provides local moving service, junk removal, donation pickups and more, has expanded into Tucson.

Greater Arizona Better Business Bureau among top companies to work for in the state

For the fourth year in a row, the Better Business Bureau serving Greater Arizona (BBB) has been named one of the top companies to work for in Arizona.

Arizona Corporation Commission considers adopting a code of ethics

Arizona Corporation Commissioner Tom Forese has taken steps for the commission to create and adopt a code of ethics. 

Arizona committed to upping trade with Mexico

Arizona is working to ensure the state is Mexico’s preferred business partner, according to the Arizona-Mexico Commission (AMC) , the state commission charged with forging trade ties along the border.

Arizonans feeling sting of out-of-pocket cost increases under Obamacare

The average annual state premium and deductible increase for 2015 silver plans in the exchanges was $225. In Arizona, however, the average increase is $866.

Fraud, bankruptcy cases involving solar projects raise questions

As the battle between Arizona utilities and the solar industry rages, recent legal proceeding involving fraud and bankruptcy have further tainted the solar industry, and may be leaving many residents wondering whether investing in solar energy will leave them with a pile of regrets.

Arizona Public Service proposes demand-based energy rates for 'on-peak' hours

Arizona Public Service requested a comprehensive review of its energy rates proposal from the Arizona Corporation Commission yesterday — its first review in five years

Pharmacists group pushing for expanded ‘preferred’ Medicare networks

At its 2016 Congressional Pharmacy Summit last week, the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) prioritized a year-old bill that would force Medicare Part D benefit managers to expand their preferred networks despite concerns it would raise drug prices.

Lesko calls solar industry's proposed ballot measure "awful" for AZ consumers

Solar panel leasing companies and Arizona lawmakers have stepped back from a probable bruising battle over competing ballot measures to change the state’s energy use laws.

Franks-backed bill would end federal settlement "slush funds"

The legislation, the Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act of 2016, passed the House Judiciary Committee on May 11 by a vote of 18-6.

Arizona among states facing hikes in Obamacare premiums and deductibles

Arizona enrollees under the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, will see a significant increase in their health care  premiums and deductibles when the marketplace opens ups for 2017 health care plans just one week before voters elect a new president.

Arizona's newest solar law aims to protect consumers from inflated savings claims

Solar leasing companies in Arizona must now justify how they estimate the savings from installing solar panels, according to a bill signed by Gov. Doug Ducey in late March.

Sens. Flake, McCain strong on energy security issues, says Arizona veteran leader

The Arizona Vets4Energy chair says we can thank our military by advocating for policies that encourage more domestic energy production.

Arizona governor signs bill curbing unclaimed property abuse

A bill signed into law on Thursday will protect lost property in Arizona from being used as a revenue generator for both the state and aggressive contractors, according to proponents.

Lobbying complaint filed against former Arizona lawmaker

A complaint has been filed against a former Arizona lawmaker who now runs a solar advocacy group alleging she “illegally” spoke against a bill further regulating solar panel sales.

Public Integrity Alliance calls for Arizona Corporation Commissioner recusal on APS votes

The Public Integrity Alliance (PIA) has asked Arizona Corporation Commission member Bob Burns to recuse himself from future votes regarding the Arizona Public Service Company (APS) after Burns publicly declared he intended to vote against APS not based on the actual issues raised, but on the identity of the parties.

Government should pay close attention to how net metering affects people, watchdog group says

Since the 1970s, the federal government has earmarked billions of dollars for renewable energy subsidies, but many government agencies and experts in the energy industry question whether taxpayers are actually benefiting from the cause given the costs involved with net metering.  

Arizona Association for Economic Development priorities showing early success, executive director says

Arizona Association for Economic Development’s (AAED) 2016 policy priorities to expand economic development to make Arizona more competitive is well underway, AAED Executive Director Joyce Grossman recently told Arizona Business Daily.

Arizona sees promising business growth, growing imports and exports

As was the case with many state economies, the 2008 recession hit Arizona hard. Since then, however, the state has made a strong comeback.

President Obama Announces Goldman Sachs' $10 Billion Commitment to Solar Energy

President Obama announced a number of public and private sector initiatives to support the deployment of solar power in the United States. As part of Goldman Sachs' existing commitment to finance and co-invest $40 billion over the next decade towards clean technology and renewables, the firm will target $10 billion for distributed generation renewables including solar in the US.This significant investment by Goldman Sachs aligns with the broader goal of increasing renewable energy adoption in the country. The focus on solar power reflects a strategic move towards...