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House Republicans Pass Voter Fraud Hotline Measure
Critics say Republican bill to create a voter fraud hotline attempts to solve a problem that doesn't exist in Arizona.

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Critics say Republican bill to create a voter fraud hotline attempts to solve a problem that doesn't exist in Arizona.

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