Policy Database

Here's our comprehensive database of all policy papers we've created, emailed, and advocated.

• Leveling the Playing Field: Increasing Access to Educational Equity: Program to Bridge K-12 Educational Technology Gaps Between Low and High Income Communities in Arizona

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete​ (August 2023)

  • Lobbying Status: Under AZ Department of Education's Policy Review Process Stage 3 (Sen. Kelly)

  • Author: Vignesh Nagarajan

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• Educating for Resilience: Strengthening Arizona's Schools with Climate Education: Program to Promote Equity in Curriculum Design and Implementation to Reflect Diverse Perspectives and Histories in Arizona​

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete​ (June 2024)

  • Lobbying Status: Under AZ Department of Education's Policy Review Process Stage 3 (Rep. Sandoval)​​

  • Author: Tanay Naik

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• Empowering Every Student by Advancing Special Education in Arizona: Program to Enhance Support for Students with Disabilities and Promote Inclusive Practices

  • ​Policy Paper Status: Complete​ (June 2024)

  • Lobbying Status: Under AZ Department of Education's Policy Review Process Stage 1

  • Author: Tanay Naik

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• Growing Green Futures by Transforming Arizona Schools with Gardens and Earth Week Programs: Program to Improve Student and Community Engagement in K-12 Schools

  • ​Policy Paper Status: Complete​​ (June 2024)

  • Lobbying Status: Under AZ Department of Education's Policy Review Process Stage 2

  • Author: Tanay Naik

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• Virtual Labs: Expanding the Scope of Hands-On Activities​

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete​​ (June 2024)

  • Lobbying Status: Under AZ Department of Education's Policy Review Process Stage 1

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• The Online Realm: Tackling Misinformation and a Lack of Digital Literacy among our Youth​

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete​​ (June 2024)

  • Lobbying Status: Under AZ Department of Education's Policy Review Process Stage 1

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• Handwashing: Our Greatest First Barrier to Disease​

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete​​ (June 2024)

  • Lobbying Status: Under AZ Department of Education's Policy Review Process Stage 1

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• Enhancing Nutrition and Fitness for Arizona's Children: Program to Combat Childhood Obesity in K-12 Schools

  • ​Policy Paper Status: Complete​​ (July 2024)

  • Lobbying Status: Under AZ Department of Education's Policy Review Process Stage 2

  • Author: Tanay Naik

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• CyberWarriors - Empowering Children in the Digital Age: Program to Enhance Digital Literacy and Cybersecurity Education in Arizona's K-12 Public Schools

  • ​Policy Paper Status: Complete​​ (July 2024)

  • Lobbying Status: Under AZ Department of Education's Policy Review Process Stage 2

  • Author: Tanay Naik

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• Academic Planners: Ensuring Scholarly Success Beyond High School​

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete​​ (July 2024)

  • Lobbying Status: Under AZ Department of Education's Policy Review Process Stage 1

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• Drug Prevention & Mitigation: Defending Ourselves Against the Drug Epidemic

  • ​Policy Paper Status: Complete​​ (July 2024)

  • Lobbying Status: Under AZ Department of Education's Policy Review Process Stage 1

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• Arizona's Water Crisis: A Call to Action

  • ​Policy Paper Status: Complete​​ (July 2024)

  • Lobbying Status: Under AZ Department of Education's Policy Review Process Stage 1

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• Green Schools Initiative: Solar Panels and Reflective Surfaces for Energy Efficiency

  • ​Policy Paper Status: Complete​​ (August 2024)

  • Lobbying Status: Under AZ Department of Education's Policy Review Process Stage 1

  • Author: Tanay Naik

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• Arizonan Libraries: Bastions of Knowledge

  • ​Policy Paper Status: Complete​​ (August 2024)

  • Lobbying Status: Under AZ Department of Education's Policy Review Process Stage 1

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• A Growing Mental Crisis: Protecting Adolescent Mental Health in a Changing World

  • ​Policy Paper Status: Complete​​ (September 2024)

  • Lobbying Status: Under AZ Department of Education's Policy Review Process Stage 1

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• Nurturing Environmental Stewards: Program to Expand Outdoor Education in Schools

  • ​Policy Paper Status: Complete​​ (September 2024)

  • Lobbying Status: Under AZ Department of Education's Policy Review Process Stage 1

  • Author: Tanay Naik

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• Saving Every Drop: Harnessing Rainfall in K-12 Public Schools

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (October 2024)​

  • Lobbying Status: Under AZ Department of Education's Policy Review Process Stage 1

  • Author: Tanay Naik

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• Healing Minds: Program to Integrate Mental Health Support in K-12 Public Schools

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (November 2024)​

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Tanay Naik

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• Early Childhood Education: A Critical Investment for Arizona's Children

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (November 2024)​

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• Playgrounds with Purpose: Program to Redesign School Spaces for Sustainable Play

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (December 2024)​

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Tanay Naik

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• Igniting Creativity: Program to Expand Arts Education for K-12 Students in Arizona

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (December 2024)​

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• Supporting our Educators: Program to Expand Access to Educator Mental Health Care

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (December 2024)​

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• Financial Literacy: First Steps to Real-World Success

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (February 2025)

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Raghav Senthil Kumar

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• Equity and Excellence: Expanding Access to Advanced Placement Courses

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (March 2025)

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Raghav Senthil Kumar

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• Elevating Education: Establishing a Statewide Teacher Training Requirement

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (May 2025)

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Raghav Senthil Kumar

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• Equity and Excellence: Expanding Access to Advanced Placement Courses II

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (May 2025)

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Raghav Senthil Kumar

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• Financial Literacy: Steps to Implement in Arizona's K-12 Education Plans

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (May 2025)

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Raghav Senthil Kumar

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• Upskilling for the Future: Educating our Youth on AI Usage and Ethics

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (May 2025)

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Raghav Senthil Kumar

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• Equal Access, Stronger Futures: Advancing AP/IB Biology in Rural Arizona

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (May 2025)

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• Future-Ready Science: Bridging Arizona's Biology Standards with 21st Century Innovations

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (May 2025)

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• Public Funds, Public Trust: Enhancing Transparency in Arizona Charter Education

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (May 2025)

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

• STEM on Wheels: Advancing Science Education via Mobile Chemistry Labs in Rural Areas

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (May 2025)

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Adrian Iugan​

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• Ethical AI Usage: Preparing Arizona's High School Students

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (August 2025)

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• Desert Literacy: Mandating High School Desert Ecology Education

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (August 2025)

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• Reducing Food Waste: Raising Awareness At Food Insecurity at High Schools

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (August 2025)

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• Science Curriculum Addendum: Integrating GMO Literacy Lessons

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (August 2025)

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• Protecting Students Against Microplastics: Education and Cafeteria Reform for Better Health

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (August 2025)

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• Protecting Pollinators: Increasing Arizona's Environmental Education

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (August 2025)

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Adrian Iugan

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• Raising Awareness: High School Summer STEM Programs in Arizona

  • Policy Paper Status: Complete (August 2025)

  • Lobbying Status: Awaiting Response from AZ Department of Education

  • Author: Adrian Iugan