Clinton plan aims to end deadbeat parents dodging child support
The proposal would require employers to submit W-4 forms to the federal government after new hires, enabling immediate withholding for delinquent child support and hindering job hopping. It targets a nationwide rise in poverty driven by noncustodial parents shirking payments, noting Arizona’s weaker voluntary reporting and $15 million owed to 7,000 children.
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United Way funds new ideas to aid Mesa needy
Mesa United Way through its New Emerging and Unmet Needs Committee invites agencies in Mesa to submit Position Papers by Thursday. The program funds promising approaches for the elderly sick homeless and poor, with recent grants supporting Meals While You Heal and congregational aid for homeless families. For details call 969-8601.
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Smoking policy shift toward nicotine as drug debated
Erica Gudas of Tempe argues that classifying nicotine as a drug could reduce smoking by lowering nicotine in cigarettes, helping prevent new smokers while not triggering a market collapse. She notes increasing smoke-free venues like Sun Devil Stadium and cites the life-shortening toll of each cigarette.
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Taxpayer clarifies stance on stadium vote and taxes
A Maricopa County taxpayer responds to local accusations about opposing taxes and efforts to defeat a county supervisor who backed the stadium at the polls in November. The letter asserts opposition to wasteful spending and pork barrel projects rather than all tax increases.
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Gag Taxinga
Sheriff defies deficit myth in county spending row
In a March 7 editorial the Tribune accuses Maricopa County Sheriff Office of a 3 million deficit, which officials deny as a projected end year figure. The piece highlights budget shifts, unspent funds, and cost saving moves while promising legal action to protect public safety.
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New Phoenix courthouse urged to relieve congestion
A Phoenix editorial argues for a new courthouse rather than a park project. It notes demand will double courtrooms in 30 years and calls anti crime measures while urging Congress to fund the courts.
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Ulysses Sanchez backs Arizona theme park idea in Mesa
Supporters from Phoenix and Mesa back a proposed Arizona theme park citing Old Tucson Studio and the Renaissance Festival as models. They highlight winter visitors and local youth jobs while noting California earthquakes may push attention to Arizona by 1997.
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