Closeup of accountant working with a calculator Client Spotlight
August 18, 2023

PARS Provides a Path for Arizona S.B. 1354

In recent years, many Arizona employers have seen daunting challenges in funding their pension obligations. However, a transformative tool emerged in 2020 during the Fifty-Fourth Legislature, Second Regular Session –…

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June 30, 2023

Preserving Arizona’s Natural Wonder: S.B. 1714 and the Arizona Trail Fund

Arizona is home to the magnificent Arizona National Scenic Trail (AZT), an 800-mile corridor that winds its way through the state’s diverse landscapes, including mountains, canyons, deserts, forests, and wilderness…

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June 16, 2023

The Arizona Health Innovation Trust Fund

Arizona’s focus on life science and health innovation is important for both our state’s citizens and life science national ranking alike. Our state’s innovators are constantly working to develop pioneering…

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Arizona Highway Users Client Spotlight
June 29, 2022

Client Spotlight: Arizona Highway Users

As one of Arizona’s leading professional lobbying and public affairs firms, we strive to provide the best possible services in the state. One of the partnerships we’re proud of is…

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Stimulus Check Trending News
June 1, 2022

Must-Know Facts on How Stimulus Checks Affect Taxes

Finding money deposited to your bank account sounds like the start of a good day. Although, many Americans are curious about the impact stimulus checks issued by the Federal Government…

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Voter turnout Politics
May 8, 2022

Voter Turnout: On-Years v. Off-Years

Exercising your right to vote is a fundamental part of what makes democracy work. Voter turnout in the United States is lower than in most established democracies. This voter disparity…

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April 15, 2022

Arizona is Making Rankings in Life Sciences and Taxes

Arizona was recently placed in the top 10 most tax-friendly states and Phoenix was ranked as the number one city in the U.S. for life sciences employment growth. Cost of…

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Arizona State Budget Trending News
March 7, 2022

$14.25 Billion is Proposed for the State Budget: What Does This Mean For You?

Like other states, Arizona lawmakers and public officials are elected in part to manage the state’s finances. State budgets are volatile, as they depend on anticipated revenues and planned expenditures,…

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January 21, 2022

Colorado River Shortage: Arizona Considers Desalination

In the midst of a 22-year drought, the Department of the Interior declared the first-ever Colorado River Basin water shortage in August 2021. As of early 2022, 100 percent of…

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January 13, 2022

Arizona is the Grand Stage for Electric Vehicle Innovation

With more and more interest in green initiatives, the electric vehicle market is on the rise. Just ten years ago there were only a few thousand electric cars on the…

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January 7, 2022

All About the I-10 Broadway Curve Widening Project

Maricopa County is in the midst of its largest urban freeway reconstruction project. The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is reconstructing Interstate 10 (I-10) between Loop 202 and Interstate 17…

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December 20, 2021

What Community Colleges Offering Four Year Degrees Mean for Our Economy

Getting a college degree is more important and more expensive than ever before. Community colleges play a significant role in supporting students in higher education and equipping students with the…

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December 13, 2021

With Prescription Prices on the Rise, Where Does Arizona Stand?

Prescription drug price reforms are a major part of pending legislation in Congress. With prescription costs on the rise, Americans are dealing out large sums of cash to afford prescriptions….

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Environmental
December 6, 2021

Arizona Water Shortage: What Can We Do?

In mid-August, a water shortage was declared on the Colorado River for the first time in history. The Colorado River is the water source for around 40 million people in…

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November 22, 2021

Online Courses Impact Higher Education

Online options for higher education programs are on the rise. Anything from general education courses to graduate level courses are available to students from their own living room. Learning is…

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November 18, 2021

State of Arizona Tourism Receives $9.4M in Recovery Grants

Earlier this month, Governor Doug Ducey and the Arizona Office of Tourism announced 43 businesses and organizations across the state will receive more than $9.4 million in recovery grants. This…

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November 15, 2021

What Does Arizona’s Cyber Command Center Mean for the Economy?

In early October, Governor Doug Ducey launched Arizona’s new Cyber Command Center during a ceremony at the Department of Public Safety’s Arizona Counter Terrorism Information Center (ACTIC) in Phoenix. The…

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A woman standing on top of an Arizona cliff tourism General Lobbying
October 26, 2021

Post-COVID Tourism in Arizona: Will It Recover?

Arizona is a hotbed for tourism between its beautiful range of recreation areas, annual spring training excitement, and year-round comfortable weather. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic completely stalled the state’s tourism…

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October 19, 2021

What Does a Booming Technology Industry Mean for Arizona’s Economy?

In a recent study by the U.S. Census Bureau, Phoenix saw the largest population growth between 2010 and 2020. This is due to a number of factors, such as a…

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October 12, 2021

Arizona Employment is Back Up to Pre-COVID Levels

The COVID-19 pandemic took a heavy toll on many businesses and their employees. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor, of the 18.1 million people unemployed in June 2020, 11.4…

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Taking Notes in Notebook with the Chamber of Commerce Small Businesses
September 20, 2021

Why Should Small Businesses Join a Chamber of Commerce?

Looking to expand your presence and grow your business’s revenue? Joining your local chamber of commerce can be an exceptional opportunity to push your small businesses to the next level. …

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September 13, 2021

Sports Betting is Now Legal in Arizona: What Does This Mean?

As of April 2021, sports betting is officially legal in the State of Arizona. The new law officially launched on September 9th, 2021, perfect timing for the upcoming NFL and…

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arrow on the road pointing to the left General LobbyingUncategorized
August 20, 2021

What is the I-17 Widening and Improvement Project?

If you have ever driven to northern Arizona, you know the only direct route from the Phoenix area is Interstate 17 (I-17). Recently, the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) announced…

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August 13, 2021

Arizona Monsoon Season and Flooding in Gila Bend

While most people assume Arizona is a desolate desert, it can actually be a wet oasis. 2021 has seen an exceedingly rainy summer. Although it has been beneficial  for our…

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Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona Client Spotlight
August 6, 2021

Client Spotlight: Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona

Our brain is one of, if not the most critical part of our bodies. The Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona is stepping up to serve thousands of members of the…

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July 23, 2021

What Is The Clean Elections Commission?

Have you ever wondered what the Clean Elections Commission is? The Citizens Clean Elections Act, passed by voters in 1998, is administered by a five member, non-partisan Commission. It established…

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July 16, 2021

Dorn Policy Group is Proud to Promote Funding for The Arizona Trail

As an Arizona resident, you probably already know how important recreational trails are to our state. Not only does it allow us to enjoy the natural beauty of our communities,…

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July 9, 2021

What are Referendums and Propositions?

Do you want to see a piece of legislation on your next voter ballot? Referendums and propositions are two processes used to do just that.  What exactly are referendums and…

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June 18, 2021

Client Spotlight: AZAdvances

Here at Dorn Policy Group, Inc., we are proud of the work we do and the relationships we build. As an Arizona-based company, we strive to better our community, and…

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June 11, 2021

How Do State, Federal Governments, and Lobbying Complement One Another?

Government is a revolving door with elected officials constantly developing new laws and regulations that impact businesses. It’s like that old saying goes: it’s all about who you know.  How…

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men working at a desk taking notes General Lobbying
May 24, 2021

Fact Versus Opinion in Lobbying: What Holds More Clout?

Lobbying is the art of influencing key policy makers in regard to specific issue areas that might affect one or more clients the firm represents. Lobbyists give a voice to…

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woman working on a laptop in an office drinking coffee General Lobbying
May 17, 2021

How State Budgets are Built and Executed

Every year, or every other year, states face the task of creating budgets that adequately address the needs of their residents while also maintaining their short-term and long-term fiscal objectives….

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woman and man working in a lobbying office together General Lobbying
May 10, 2021

How a Large Network Benefits You and Your Community

In today’s business environment the people you know and the connections you have are of equal if not more value than what you know. A business network is a vital…

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Government building outside General Lobbying
April 19, 2021

How Government Relations Firms Aid Businesses

There are many ways in which businesses of all sizes can benefit from a government relations firm. From helping to expand your potential client base to making sure you are…

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People working at computer with papers and pen General Lobbying
April 12, 2021

What is the Difference Between Direct Lobbying and Grassroots Lobbying?

In today’s exceptionally competitive society, there is a high demand for government relations professionals. Their advocacy can provide much-needed support for businesses, both big and small, on policies that may…

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Public-Private Partnerships working on a government project General Lobbying
April 5, 2021

3 Benefits Public-Private Partnerships Have on Government Relations

There has been a shift in government interest relating to public-private partnerships (P3s). A P3 involves the collaboration between government agencies and private-sector companies to finance, build, and operate different…

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Transportation
March 22, 2021

Arizona Looks to Reduce Crime With House Bill 2262

Our team has been working with a number of organizations and lawmakers on issues that impact our local communities. One proposal that we have been working closely on is House…

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Healthcare
March 17, 2021

Case Study: School of Cardiac and Vascular Ultrasound Program

Here at Dorn Policy Group, Inc., we are hard at work for our clients during the 2021 Legislative Session. We are highlighting one of our clients, the School of Cardiac…

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Two government lobbyists shaking hands over house bill 2262 Intergovernmental Lobbying
March 16, 2021

Why Do Cities and Towns Hire Lobbyists

Oftentimes, people associate lobbying with big corporations, organizations, or businesses in Washington, D.C. However, there are other types, such as intergovernmental lobbying.  Intergovernmental lobbying means that cities, counties, and states…

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General Lobbying
February 24, 2021

How to Hire a Lobbyist

Hiring a lobbyist can be a crucial step in trying to achieve a business objective or goal. By hiring a lobbyist, you can ensure that your voice will be heard…

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February 17, 2021

What are Lobbying Internships Like? Meet Our Interns!

Here at Dorn Policy Group, we love our interns! We know it can be hard to start a career in policy or government relations while in college or a recent…

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Two professionals who are in lobbying are working in an office General Lobbying
February 10, 2021

Advocacy Versus Lobbying

Even though a lot of the time lobbying and advocating can work hand in hand, there are still key differences that make them separate. Therefore, it is important to understand…

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Politics
January 28, 2021

Arizona Legislative Session 2021

2020 was a unique year with the global pandemic and presidential election. As we start to see the ramifications, we need to understand where we were and where we are…

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Register as a lobbyist General Lobbying
January 22, 2021

What Are the Requirements to Register As a Lobbyist?

Before participating in any lobbying activities, advocates should review the rules for the state or local government in which they operate in.  Under certain circumstances, advocates for an issue, cause,…

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Environmental Lobbying Environmental
January 15, 2021

The Impact of Environmental Lobbying

Environmental lobbying is a key issue for both policymakers and companies, with over $13 million being spent in 2020 alone. Environmental policy impacts many different sectors, so it is important…

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Land
December 23, 2020

3 Reasons Why Business Owners Should Hire Lobbyists For Zoning Regulations

Businesses often find it difficult to navigate around zoning regulations on certain areas of land. Zoning is the process by which local policymakers restrict the use of the property and…

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A lobbying meeting going over strategy for a client Small Businesses
December 21, 2020

3 Ways Small Businesses Can Benefit From Lobbying

Owner, HR, CFO, procurement, IT. Small business owners have several roles to carry out.  One that may never be thought of, yet may be one of the most important, is…

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Statue holding a balancing weight to signify law and order lobbying lawyer General Lobbying
December 9, 2020

Differences Between Lobbyists and Lawyers

While lobbyists and lawyers both practice law, there are quite a few key differences when it comes to comparing them. Being able to spot these differences can help you determine…

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General Lobbying
November 20, 2020

How to Find the Best Government Relations Firm

Hiring a government relations firm is a great first step in making sure your voice is heard when it comes to public policy issues that might affect your business. These…

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The Salt Lake city capital building government relations General Lobbying
November 12, 2020

What is a Government Relations Firm?

Thomas R. Dye once said politics is about battling over scarce governmental resources and who, where, when, why, and how they obtain them. One of the ways businesses pursue the…

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