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Arizona Republicans pass bills to end fraud in government programs
Senator Kavanagh leads effort to eliminate SNAP payment errors and fraudulent claims in Arizona's government assistance programs.
Read ArticleArizona Police Association: AG Mayes' comments on ICE are dangerous
Kavanagh responds as the Arizona Police Association condemns Attorney General Kris Mayes' stance on ICE cooperation.
Read ArticleSen. Kavanagh's bill would require schools to use students' real names
Legislation defending parental rights and requiring schools to use students' legal names without parental consent.
Read ArticleArizona lawmaker shares proposal to house more detained migrants
Senator Kavanagh outlines a plan to address migrant detention capacity as border enforcement increases.
Read ArticleSen. Kavanagh outlines plans to house teachers in closed schools
Innovative housing proposal would convert shuttered school buildings into affordable teacher housing.
Read ArticleKavanagh's latest bill aims to save money on SNAP payment errors
New legislation targets hundreds of millions in annual SNAP overpayments to reduce taxpayer waste.
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About John Kavanagh
“I have dedicated my life to public service — first as a police officer on the streets of New York, and now as your representative in the Arizona Legislature.”
John Kavanagh was born in Queens, New York — the grandson of Irish and German immigrants who arrived at Ellis Island in the early 20th century. He earned a BA from NYU, a Master's in Government from St. John's University, and a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice from Rutgers University.
After retiring as a Detective Sergeant with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Police Department, John settled in Arizona. He has been a proud District 3 resident for over 30 years, dedicating himself to service — in the classroom, in local government, and in the state legislature.
As a professor, lawmaker, and community leader, John brings real-world experience to every policy decision — having crafted budgets that cut billions in wasteful spending, championed law-and-order reforms, and stood firm for the values Arizonans hold dear.
John Kavanagh
Arizona State Senate · District 3
Arizona
20-Year Police Officer
Retired Detective Sergeant with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Police — understands public safety from the front lines.
Criminal Justice Scholar
Ph.D. from Rutgers University. Program Director of the Administration of Justice Studies and Forensic Science Programs at Scottsdale Community College.
19+ Years in the Legislature
Served in the Arizona House and Senate — including Appropriations Committee Chair and Senate President Pro Tempore.
Senate Majority Leader
Elected by his Republican caucus peers to lead as Arizona Senate Majority Leader — a position of trust and proven results.
District 3 Resident, 30+ Years
Proud longtime resident of Fountain Hills — deeply rooted in Scottsdale, Rio Verde, Cave Creek, Carefree, Anthem, and surrounding communities.
Family Man
Married 49 years to former Fountain Hills Mayor Linda Kavanagh. Father of two sons, Jonathan and Nicholas.
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