State welfare reform limits AFDC to two years in five
State lawmakers debate curbs on Aid to Families with Dependent Children to two years in any five year window with hardship exceptions. The package allocates 1.4 million to bolster job services for recipients while barring extra benefits for a child born to a family already on AFDC. Critics say reforms fail to address poverty and family breakdown. Senator Sandra Kennedy notes welfare payments may not meet needs.
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Ryle
AFDC
Sandra Kennedy
D-Phoenix
Welfare reform moves spark Arizona measures debate
The article outlines state efforts to tighten Aid to Families with Dependent Children AFDC rules including time limits for adults and earnings protections for families, with waivers granted in Florida and Arkansas and proposals linked to teen welfare, work hours, and education accounts. It notes varying federal approval timelines and potential effects in Arizona into 1995.
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Leezona
Gilligan
Arizona
HHS
Siegel
Department
Tempe Court Scandals Taint Local Officials
David Byers defends ethics guidelines as Tempe courthouse dealings surface. Merkel acknowledges knowledge of Mirretti real estate ties with junior judges and hiring practices flagged by Tempe officials. Controversy centers on real estate deals, unbid contracts, and internal investigations surrounding Judge Mirretti and associates.
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Tempe
David Byers
Courts
Byers
Merkel
Mirretti
Supreme Court
Tempe City
Geri Mattern
Mattern
Robert Koch
Koch
Andrew Gastelum
Chandler
Gastelum
Shirley Kanode
Kanede
Mort
Koch, Gastelum
Daryl Parker
Parker
Oklahoma City University
Law School
Tend Inc
Steven Papp
Sacks
Papp
Robles
Ie Uessee
Arizona State University
Steve
Py Lees
Dave Brown
Penaks Planers
Gee
Finct
Firefighters Adopt Burned Daughters in Loving Home
In 1992 Didi and Ashley, burned in a couch fire that killed their mother, found refuge with Barbara and Lance Trella. The girls faced harsh care, stinging baths, and strict routines before the adoption finally closed. The Trellas, living on a firefighter’s salary, nurtured healing and trust, with the girls forming bonds with the Trella children and growing their hair back as they became part of the family.
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Didi
Ashley
Trellas
Tucson
Barbara Trella
Gavin
Kyle
Barbara
Lance Trella
Lee
Lance
Trella
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