Mr. Martin goes to Washington

State Treasurer Dean Martin will testify Tuesday before a congressional committee on the importance of financial literacy and education.

"We need Congress to emphasize education, not just regulation," said Martin, a Republican, in announcing his appearance before the House Committee on Financial Services.

Prior to being elected state treasurer in 2006, Martin served as a state senator. During that time, he helped establish legislation designating April as "financial education month." He also has taught financial education courses and was a founding member of the Arizona chapter of Jump$tart, a national financial literacy organization.

- Matthew Benson