LEGISLATIVE IMPACT –Sen. Bob Worsley (R – Mesa, Dist. 25) was recognized by the Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) with a 2016 Legislative Session Champions Award. Joining Worsley were (left) AAED’s president, Jennifer Graves, CEcD, economic development manager, Gilbert, Ariz., and Joyce Grossman, AAED’s executive director.  Worsley sponsored a bill which created a task force to study transportation funding. The bill that passed was supported by AAED.  AAED, founded in 1974, has a mission to serve as Arizona’s unified voice advocating for responsible economic development through an effective program of professional education, public policy and collaboration. For more information, call AAED at (602) 240-AAED (2233), or visit www.aaed.com.