Preserving the Hyde Amendment and Protecting the Vulnerable Protecting the vulnerable, especially innocent human life, should always be a primary goal of the government. As Congress prepares to vote on funding priorities for the coming year, we are encouraged that attention is being paid to assisting vulnerable populations in many different ways. Unfortunately, however,
Arizona Catholic Conference 2021 Legislative Wrap-Up
ARIZONA CATHOLIC CONFERENCE 2021 LEGISLATIVE WRAP-UP By Ron Johnson Arizona Catholic Conference Session Overview After one of the longest sessions in history, the Arizona Legislature finally adjourned sine die on June 30th after spending 171 days in session. In total, approximately 1,900 pieces of legislation were introduced with over 400 of them now set to
Bishops of the Arizona Catholic Conference Statement on Religious Accommodations for Dying Patients Legislation Being Signed into Law
The Arizona Catholic Conference is grateful that Governor Doug Ducey has signed into law an important bill (HB 2575) improving religious accommodations for dying patients in hospitals.
Declaración de los obispos de la Conferencia Católica de Arizona sobre las acomodaciones religiosas para pacientes moribundos que se está convirtiendo en ley
5 de mayo de 2021 | PDF Los obispos de la Conferencia Católica de Arizona (ACC) agradecen al gobernador Doug Ducey por haber promulgado un proyecto de ley muy importante (HB 2575) que mejora las acomodaciones religiosas para pacientes moribundos en los hospitales. Durante la pandemia, demasiadas personas han muerto sin la asistencia espiritual o
VIDEO: Bishops of the Arizona Catholic Conference Reflect on the 2020 Election
The Bishops of the Arizona Catholic Conference reflect on Catholic Social Teaching in light of the 2020 Election.
Arizona Catholic Conference 2020 Legislative Wrap-Up
ARIZONA CATHOLIC CONFERENCE2020 LEGISLATIVE WRAP-UP By Ron JohnsonArizona Catholic Conference Session Overview The 2020 Arizona Legislative Session has been called both the busiest and the slowest legislative session in Arizona history. Without a doubt, it was the most unusual session. Before adjourning sine die on May 26th, the session was already famous for having the most pieces
Bishops of the Arizona Catholic Conference Statement on Brush & Nib Decision
We are grateful that the importance of religious liberty was recognized today by the Arizona Supreme Court in the case of Brush & Nib Studio v. City of Phoenix.
Arizona Catholic Conference 2019 Legislative Wrap-Up
ARIZONA CATHOLIC CONFERENCE 2019 LEGISLATIVE WRAP-UP By Ron Johnson Arizona Catholic Conference Session Overview On May 28th, the Arizona Legislature adjourned sine die after spending 134 days in session. In total, more than 1,300 pieces of legislation were introduced with just over 300 of them set to become law. Fortunately, some very significant bills supported
Arizona Catholic Conference Bishops’ Statement on Religious Liberty Decision by the Supreme Court
The Bishops of the Arizona Catholic Conference stand in solidarity with the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) regarding today’s U.S. Supreme Court ruling on religious liberty.
Arizona Catholic Conference 2018 Legislative Wrap-Up
ARIZONA CATHOLIC CONFERENCE 2018 LEGISLATIVE WRAP-UP By Ron Johnson Arizona Catholic Conference Session Overview On May 4th, the Arizona Legislature adjourned sine die after spending 116 days in session. In total, more than 1,300 pieces of legislation were introduced with just over 300 of them set to become law. Of particular note is the fact
Arizona Catholic Conference 2017 Legislative Wrap-Up
ARIZONA CATHOLIC CONFERENCE 2017 LEGISLATIVE WRAP-UP By Ron Johnson Arizona Catholic Conference Historic Wins Achieved for Arizona Catholic Conference Legislative Agenda On May 10th, the Arizona Legislature adjourned sine die after spending 122 days in session. In total, almost 1,200 pieces of legislation were introduced with just over 400 of them set to become law.
Arizona Catholic Conference Bishops’ Statement on Governor Ducey Signing Rights of Conscience Legislation
The Bishops of the Arizona Catholic Conference are grateful for the passage of an important rights of conscience bill (SB 1439) that was signed into law today by Governor Doug Ducey.
Declaración de la Conferencia de Obispos Católicos de Arizona Sobre la Firma del Governador Ducey Aprobando la Ley de Derechos de Conciencia
La Conferencia de Obispos Católicos de Arizona están agradecidos por la aprobación de una importante ley sobre los derechos de conciencia (SB 1439) que fue firmada hoy por el gobernador Doug Ducey.
Arizona Catholic Conference 2016 Legislative Wrap-Up
ARIZONA CATHOLIC CONFERENCE 2016 LEGISLATIVE WRAP-UP By Ron Johnson Arizona Catholic Conference Arizona Catholic Conference Has a Very Successful Legislative Session On May 7th, the Arizona Legislature adjourned sine die at 5:45 a.m. after spending 117 days in session. In total, almost 1,400 pieces of legislation were introduced with just over 400 of them becoming
Arizona Catholic Conference 2015 Legislative Wrap-Up
ARIZONA CATHOLIC CONFERENCE 2015 LEGISLATIVE WRAP-UP By Ron Johnson Arizona Catholic Conference Arizona Legislature Completes Shortest Session in Many Decades On April 3rd, the Arizona Legislature adjourned sine die at 3:37 a.m. after spending 81 days in session. The session was extremely fast paced and was the shortest in nearly 50 years. In total over
USCCB Statement on Supreme Court “Hobby Lobby” Decision
To read the USCCB statement on Supreme Court “Hobby Lobby” decision click here.
