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	<title>Vote Heather Carter</title>
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		<title>Arizona Centennial</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:26:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Carter</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Happy Statehood Day, Arizona! I am proud to be part of such a significant milestone in our states history.  As we reflect on the last 100 years, I look forward to Arizona’s vibrant and successful future.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Happy Statehood Day, Arizona! I am proud to be part of such a significant milestone in our states history.  As we reflect on the last 100 years, I look forward to Arizona’s vibrant and successful future.</p>
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		<title>Budget Town Hall with Eileen Klein</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:31:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Carter</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Thank you to everyone who attended my town hall last week to discuss this year’s legislative budget.  I would like to give a special thank you to Governor Brewer’s Chief of Staff, Eileen Klein, for providing her expertise on Arizona’s 2012 economic outlook. Since elected, I have been working diligently to streamline local and state government, create an economic environment that allows for business growth and job creation and promote education throughout Arizona. Please keep an eye out for more town halls throughout the district in the coming months.  I look forward to seeing you and discussing issues affecting Arizona. &#8230; <a class="more-link" href="http://www.VoteHeatherCarter.com/budget-town-hall-with-eileen-klein/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thank you to everyone who attended my town hall last week to discuss this year’s legislative budget.  I would like to give a special thank you to Governor Brewer’s Chief of Staff, Eileen Klein, for providing her expertise on Arizona’s 2012 economic outlook.</p>
<p>Since elected, I have been working diligently to streamline local and state government, create an economic environment that allows for business growth and job creation and promote education throughout Arizona.</p>
<p>Please keep an eye out for more town halls throughout the district in the coming months.  I look forward to seeing you and discussing issues affecting Arizona.  Thank you again for your continued support, and as always, contact me with any questions!</p>
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		<title>Remembering Dr. King</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 22:27:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Carter</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dr. King believed in a nation of freedom, justice, and equality. He encouraged all citizens to selflessly serve their community. I encourage all Arizonans to live up to Dr. King’s vision and give back to our community. Just as Dr. King set big goals and focused relentlessly on results, we need sustained citizen action to address today’s challenges.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Dr. King believed in a nation of freedom, justice, and equality. He encouraged all citizens to selflessly serve their community.  I encourage all Arizonans to live up to Dr. King’s vision and give back to our community.  Just as Dr. King set big goals and focused relentlessly on results, we need sustained citizen action to address today’s challenges.</p>
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		<title>Ready for a new session!</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Carter</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[At The Capitol]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[I am excited to be back to work!  This session I’m focusing on economic growth, job creation and education issues.  My door is always open – please don’t hesitate to contact me at hcarter@azleg.gov with any questions, comments or feedback.  Happy Centennial Arizona!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I am excited to be back to work!  This session I’m focusing on economic growth, job creation and education issues.  My door is always open – please don’t hesitate to contact me at <a href="mailto:hcarter@azleg.gov" target="_blank">hcarter@azleg.gov</a> with any questions, comments or feedback.  Happy Centennial Arizona!</p>
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		<title>Let the Fundraising Begin</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:24:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Carter</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today kicks off my virtual fundraiser! Great things are just around the corner, and with your help, I can reach my donation goal. Click HERE to join the fundraising fun!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Today kicks off my virtual fundraiser! Great things are just around the corner, and with your help, I can reach my donation goal. Click <a href="http://www.voteheathercarter.com/donate">HERE</a> to join the fundraising fun!</p>
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		<title>Virtual Fundraiser Tomorrow!</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Jan 2012 15:47:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Carter</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tomorrow I will be hosting a virtual fundraiser that will take place on my donation page. Looking forward to a great turnout. Stop by tomorrow from 8am-8pm and contribute! Click HERE.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tomorrow I will be hosting a virtual fundraiser that will take place on my donation page. Looking forward to a great turnout. Stop by tomorrow from 8am-8pm and contribute! Click <a href="http://www.voteheathercarter.com/donate">HERE</a>.</p>
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		<title>Join us tonight as we close out 2011</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 22:28:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Carter</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Don&#8217;t forget to join us at Portland&#8217;s tonight for my end of the year event!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Don&#8217;t forget to join us at Portland&#8217;s tonight for my end of the year event!</p>
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		<title>School tax credit donations</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 20:22:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Carter</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[School tax-credit donations are a great way to directly support our school programs. The donations are used to fund extracurricular activities, such as field trips, after-school programs and athletics. Individuals can donate up to $200 and couples may contribute $400.  Contributions are tax deductible, must be received by Dec. 31 to be included in your 2011 taxes and should indicate a specific program, student or school. Read more about tax credits here]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>School tax-credit donations are a great way to directly support our school programs. The donations are used to fund extracurricular activities, such as field trips, after-school programs and athletics. Individuals can donate up to $200 and couples may contribute $400.  Contributions are tax deductible, must be received by Dec. 31 to be included in your 2011 taxes and should indicate a specific program, student or school.</p>
<p>Read more about <a href="http://www.azcentral.com/community/scottsdale/articles/2011/12/06/20111206school-step-up-their-efforts-land-tax-credit-donations.html">tax credits here</a></p>
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		<title>Economic Priorities</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 20:17:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Carter</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Economy]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[As we head into the 2012 Legislative session, one of my top priorities is the economy.  Moving forward, I will continue to focus my efforts on creating jobs, increasing economic growth, and encouraging economic development.  We need to provide businesses of all sizes the stability and confidence they need to invest in Arizona’s economy.  Additionally, we can to promote small businesses by reducing taxes, red tape, and government bureaucracy. Read more about incentivizing businesses in Arizona here.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As we head into the 2012 Legislative session, one of my top priorities is the economy.  Moving forward, I will continue to focus my efforts on creating jobs, increasing economic growth, and encouraging economic development.  We need to provide businesses of all sizes the stability and confidence they need to invest in Arizona’s economy.  Additionally, we can to promote small businesses by reducing taxes, red tape, and government bureaucracy.</p>
<p>Read more about incentivizing businesses in Arizona <a href="http://www.azcommerce.com/assets/pdfs/news-releases/9_28_2011_ICYMI.pdf">here</a>.</p>
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		<title>Trailblazer Award 2011</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 18:13:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Heather Carter</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I am honored to receive the 2011 Trailblazer Award from The Arizona BioIndustry Association. As a committed advocate for innovation, I am proud of our work to bring new technology and jobs to Arizona.  The future economic viability of Arizona is dependent upon the work and research we do today. Read about the Trailblazer Award here.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I am honored to receive the 2011 Trailblazer Award from The Arizona BioIndustry Association. As a committed advocate for innovation, I am proud of our work to bring new technology and jobs to Arizona.  The future economic viability of Arizona is dependent upon the work and research we do today.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.cvent.com/events/azbio-trailblazer-awards/custom-18-12bb4260afb24a37849a1c91f56251db.aspx">Read about the Trailblazer Award here.</a></p>
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