On March 10, the Arizona Senate defeated SCR 1001 by a vote of 15 yes, 13 no, and 2 not voting.  Although the bill got more “yes” votes than “no” votes, it didn’t pass because the rules require bills to get at least 16 votes in the State Senate.  SCR 1001 would have put a ballot measure on the November 2016 ballot, asking voters if they wish to stop public funding for candidates for state office.  It is possible the proponents will try again.