Last week, the Arizona Republic ran two "Fact Checks" on statements made by Representative Terri Proud about the history of women supporting the pro-life movement. In both cases, the Republic ignored the overwhelming evidence that Susan B. Anthony was a pro-life...
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Legislators Stand for Life
On Tuesday, April 10, the Arizona House of Representatives passed HB 2036 by a vote of 37-22. HB 2036, called “The Mother’s Health and Safety Act”: Prohibits abortion after 20 weeks because of the safety risks to the mother and the pain endured by the preborn child....
BREAKING NEWS: Gov. Brewer Signs Bill Prohibiting Abortion After 20 Weeks
Governor Jan Brewer has signed HB 2036, which prohibits abortion after 20 weeks. The bill, sponsored by Representative Kimberly Yee and supported by Center for Arizona Policy (CAP), is a momentous victory for pro-life advocates in the state. HB 2036, called "The...
Don’t Believe the Hype: HB 2625 Puts Arizona in Line with Other States’ Insurance Mandates
The Arizona Senate passed HB 2625 today by a 17-13 vote, after members and the bill’s sponsor, Representative Debbie Lesko, agreed to amend the bill in a conference committee. HB 2625 protects religious employers from being forced to violate their religious beliefs...
Intern with CAP
Summer is almost here, and we are looking for policy and communications interns. Interning with CAP provides students with real-life experience working in public policy. See the two descriptions below and email us with any questions. Policy Intern Overview Program...
Not Welcome: Porn Industry Illegal in Arizona
Have you caught the recent stories about the pornography industry threatening to leave California for Arizona because of new regulations in L.A.? Both Fox 10 and ABC 15 reported on this story. In response, County Attorney Bill Montgomery sent a clear message today:...
ACTION ALERT: We Need Your Help Countering Planned Parenthood’s Attacks!
CAP-supported pro-life legislation needs YOUR help this week! The Mothers' Health and Safety Act, HB 2036, sponsored by Representative Kimberly Yee will be heard on the Senate floor this week. Planned Parenthood supporters have inundated legislators with attacks on...
Finding Families for Arizona’s Waiting Kids
Last Saturday I witnessed an inspiring event at Scottsdale Bible Church. Hundreds of families came together to learn about adopting waiting kids from foster care. Right now, there are more than 350 kids in the Arizona foster care system waiting for adoptive families...
The Value of Every Life
The Mother's Health and Safety Act, HB 2838, was heard in the House Health and Human Services Committee last week. One of the most powerful moments came when Representative Justin Pierce shared the story of his brother's family, and how despite pressure from doctors,...
ACTION ALERT: Stand for Life!
SUMMARY: CAP-supported pro-life legislation needs YOUR help this week! The Mothers' Health and Safety Act, HB 2838, sponsored by Representative Kimberly Yee will be heard in the House Health and Human Services Committee on Wednesday. This bill: Prohibits abortion...