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A Strong Economy takes more than TALK

January 18, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

Despite the gloomy budget outlook, Legislators are leading Arizona’s prospects for robust job recovery to a whole new level - upward.  And since Arizona’s  business climate presents more of a steady crosswind than the friendly tax environment businesses seek, it’s not a moment too soon.

Prosperity doesn’t just happen - states need to promote and intentionally plan for growth.  Which is what HB 2250, the Arizona Job Recovery Act , is all about.   It is largely based upon findings from a report commissioned by House Republicans by Elliott D. Pollack and Company, which states in part: Read more »

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State Senate Press Release

January 27, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

Representative Barto to run for Arizona Senate

PHOENIX, AZ: January 25, 2010

Representative Nancy Barto announced today that she will run for the Arizona Senate seat being vacated by Senator Jim Waring, Legislative District 7, which includes northeast Phoenix, Cave Creek and Carefree.

“After serving nearly three terms  in the Arizona House of Representatives, I am looking forward to our campaign for the Arizona Senate.  Serving District 7 has been a privilege - particularly working to protect citizens’ healthcare freedom.  As a result, this November all Arizonans will have the opportunity to vote for the Health Care Freedom referendum.  There is probably no greater issue on the minds of the voter than what will impact their health care in the future”, Barto said. Read more »

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State Senate Press Release

January 27, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

Representative Barto to run for Arizona Senate

PHOENIX, AZ: January 25, 2010

Representative Nancy Barto announced today that she will run for the Arizona Senate seat being vacated by Senator Jim Waring, Legislative District 7, which includes northeast Phoenix, Cave Creek and Carefree.

“After serving nearly three terms  in the Arizona House of Representatives, I am looking forward to our campaign for the Arizona Senate.  Serving District 7 has been a privilege - particularly working to protect citizens’ healthcare freedom.  As a result, this November all Arizonans will have the opportunity to vote for the Health Care Freedom referendum.  There is probably no greater issue on the minds of the voter than what will impact their health care in the future”, Barto said. Read more »

Legislative Action

Borrowing Isn’t the Answer

February 5, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

As abhorrent as I think raising taxes is in this economy, the reasons for allowing voters to decide this issue include these:

1.  More borrowing is even more detrimental to the state long term than raising the sales tax (if voters agree to pass the increase).  AZ. Republic Columnist Robert Robb agrees.  To read his piece,  click here.  

2.  With voter-mandated budget constraints, nobody will be pleased with the choices we will have to make if we have to solve balance the budget through cuts alone.   We have already cut $1.5 billion out of this and last year’s budgets, largely without touching the biggest of the line items:  K-12 education formula spending and health care.  These are almost completely off-limits because of strings tied to stimulus funding.

3.  Propositions that have passed at the ballot prevent the Legislature from reducing or altering another 1/3rd of the general fund.  THIS IS A PROBLEM.  And much needed initiative reforms are not possible in time to help balance this year’s revenue shortfall. Read more »

Culture Watch

Life

January 18, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

Do you stand for LIFE?  Sanctity of Life Sunday is this coming Sunday, January 24th and a march and rally commemorating the anniversary of Roe v. Wade will feature state and national pro-life leaders.  Drop by my table and say ‘hello’ - I will be speaking, as well.  It’s a lovely park - so bring the family.

Steele Indian School Park at 1:00 p.m. - or join the march before the rally at 1:00.  Check out the event flyer for details about both plus the diaper drive on the Arizona Right to Life website. Read more »

Did You Know

AZBio awards Rep. Nancy Barto for Public Service

December 20, 2009 · Leave a Comment 

Companies, institutions and individuals across the state are recognized by the Arizona BioIndustry Association at their 2009 annual awards dinner this Fall.

Rep. Nancy K. Barto, District 7, Arizona House of Representatives ‐ In her important role as Chairman of the Health & Human Services Committee, Rep. Barto has demonstrated a unique interest and concern for the advancement of the Arizona bioscience industry. This year, Rep. Barto sponsored important legislation to support the health care of the citizens of Arizona, including a bill that allows pharmacists to administer certain medications, lowering consumer costs and improving public safety.