Across
- 2. Federal funding program designed to bolster domestic production of semiconductors
- 4. The Chamber promotes expanding access to affordable ___ care to boost workforce productivity
- 5. The Chamber defends policies that foster innovation and protect these intellectual assets
- 7. Arizona's economic growth depends on having a diverse energy mix that includes both renewables and this reliable, affordable energy source
- 11. Arizona leads the nation in producing these critical tech components
- 12. The Arizona Chamber strongly supports ______ ______ polices that allow families to select the best education options for their kids
- 13. The Chamber opposes ____ control policies that disrupt housing markets, deter development, and decrease affordability
- 16. This type of veto power allows the governor to reject specific items in a budget bill without vetoing the entire bill
- 17. The Chamber supports the expansion of this infrastructure to connect rural communities
- 21. The Chamber emphasizes this as a top priority to protect businesses from data breaches and digital threats
- 22. The term for this legislative leader originated from a hunting phrase for someone who keeps hounds together during a chase
- 24. The presenting sponsor of LFL 2025, this company has invested more than $10 billion to develop and commercialize smoke-free products
- 25. The Chamber advocates for balanced and reasonable air quality standards to address this pollutant without stifling economic growth
- 26. The Chamber opposes these government-imposed limits that distort markets and stifle competition
- 28. Arizona is home to the largest power plant of this type in the U.S.
- 30. In 2023, Arizona adopted this kind of income tax system, which applies rates equally to all taxpayers regardless of income
- 31. A meeting where legislators of the same party discuss legislative strategy2. Process by which citizens can propose statutes or constitutional amendments to be put on the state ballot.
- 33. The Chamber supports this U.S. Senate procedure vital for promoting compromise, protecting minority voices, and preventing rushed legislation
- 34. A massive hotspot for semiconductors and other advanced manufacturers, Phoenix has been dubbed the _____ Desert
- 36. The Chamber strongly advocates for an extension of Prop 123, a 2016 voter-approved measure that boosted distributions from the state ____ _____ to pump billions into K-12 education without raising taxes
- 37. This type of legislative committee resolves differences between House and Senate bills
- 38. A bill sponsored by this now-Senate President made Arizona the first state in the country to offer universal occupational license recognition
- 40. This energy policy tool allows utilities to refinance costs for retiring power plants, easing the transition to cleaner energy while keeping rates affordable for consumers
- 42. Arizona's constitution requires a _____ majority vote on legislation that imposes or increases a tax
- 43. Arizona’s largest electric utility
- 44. Arizona’s economic competitiveness depends on addressing shortages in this group of skilled employees
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- 1. This manufacturer of glucose monitoring systems for diabetes management was voted the 2024 winner of "The Hottest Thing Made in Arizona"
- 2. The ________ Commission regulates utilities and has jurisdiction over rates and service standards
- 3. The Chamber celebrated the defeat of Prop. 499, which would have threatened this city’s tourism sector, cost jobs, and raised taxes
- 6. The Chamber championed Prop. 312, a ballot measure that is already forcing cities to take action on issues like property crime and the _________ crisis
- 8. Arizona's regulatory environment and innovation-friendly policies makes it a hub for companies developing this kind of vehicle technology
- 9. Chosen by his caucus in November, state Rep. ________ will become the first Latino elected to serve as Speaker of the House
- 10. This company’s investment in Arizona represents the largest foreign direct investment for a greenfield project in U.S. history
- 14. Voter-approval of Prop. 479 will ensure continued funding for vital ________ projects
- 15. The Chamber supports modernizing zoning codes and streamlining approval processes to increase supply in this sector
- 18. The Chamber testified before the Arizona Corporation Commission in support of Formula Rate Plans, which will lead to more predictable utility rates and reduce ________ lag
- 19. Rep. ________ was rated the most bipartisan member of Arizona’s Congressional delegation in 2024
- 20. _____ enrollment programs allow high school students to earn college credits while learning job skills
- 23. In 2015, Arizona became the first state to require that high school students pass a _____ test to graduate
- 27. A session called by the governor outside of the regular calendar
- 29. The Chamber strongly advocates to preserve Arizona's status as a _____ __ _____ state, which protects workers from mandatory union membership
- 32. Happy Anniversary! This year, the Chamber celebrated _____ years as the leading statewide business advocate at the state Capitol
- 35. Chamber-backed policy that ensures consistent regulations across cities and avoids a patchwork of local rules
- 39. International trade agreement crucial for Arizona exports
- 41. The Chamber continues to push for _____ reform policies that protect job creators from frivolous and costly lawsuits