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Trainor Gate Safety, Alaska’s Defense and More!

Fall is in the air, bringing with it many events to learn, grow from and celebrate. I hope you had a wonderful summer, and that it was as busy and enjoyable as mine. As we head forward to the coming winter, it is important for us to take a moment to remind ourselves of what we need to accomplish to keep our community safe and our spirits high. In this issue, I will discuss traffic safety, the start of the school year, the Alaska Defense Forum and much more!

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NEWS: Alaska Honors Those Who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice

Nikiski, AK – On Tuesday, Governor Dunleavy signed Senate Bill 174 into law to honor Alaskans who have lost their lives in service to our country and communities. The bill, which passed both the House and Senate unanimously, would establish in statute the Honor and Remember and Honor and Sacrifice Flags as official state symbols and

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NEWS: Comprehensive Local Tax Exemption Legislation to Benefit Farmers and Homebuyers Signed into Law

Nikiski, AK – Yesterday, Governor Mike Dunleavy signed Senate Bill 179 into law. Sponsored by Senator Jesse Bjorkman, R-Nikiski, this legislation is a result of extensive discussions with realtors, farmers, and municipal representatives. Senate Bill 179 prohibits local governments from adding transfer taxes to the sale of houses and other real property, improves the program

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NEWS: Bill to Expand Renewable Energy Access in Alaska Signed Into Law

Anchorage, AK – Today, Governor Mike Dunleavy signed Senate Bill 152 into law, legislation designed to increase renewable energy options, lower electric costs for Alaskan ratepayers, and reduce natural gas usage. The bill, sponsored by Senator Bill Wielechowski, D-Anchorage, establishes a virtual net metering program for small-scale renewable energy generation, making it a significant step

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