Dear Friends and Neighbors, Nationally, the Federal Government shut down on Wednesday with Congress unable to come to a budget agreement. Essential government services and all state government operations will remain open.
The Federal Government Shuts Down Read More »
As a member of the Joint Legislative Council Committee, I attended the September 10 meeting where the council, acting on behalf of the Alaska Legislature when not in session, voted to authorize potential litigation against Governor Mike Dunleavy.
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Hey Neighbors,
With the crisp air and snow falling, the Interior is making its quick transition from Fall to Winter. Time to bring in the vegetables, make sure the vehicle is ready, prepare for the many nights of great Aurora viewing and winterize the house. Also, after the tragedy of a few weeks ago, remember we can disagree, but not be disagreeable. There is never a time when political violence is acceptable. We are all Alaskans and Americans and as sad as 9/11 was I saw our country unify. We must continue to fight for our common good.
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Anchorage, AK– Today, Governor Mike Dunleavy vetoed Senate Bill 113, which sought to modernize Alaska’s corporate income tax law to include online sales from outside corporations. Senate Bill 113 was a bipartisan compromise that would fund educational opportunities in career and technical education and reading incentive grants. Senator Bill Wielechowski (D-Anchorage), who sponsored the legislation
Celebrating Banned Book Week. Plus, the Council of State Governments spotlights Alaskan lawmakers working to foster a spirit of civility and cooperation.
Book recommendations are my family’s love language Read More »
The rainy, windy weather is a good time for long meetings indoors (ideally with a hot cup of coffee). But I got out of the office—and out of town—to Sitka for Southeast Conference and the Village Public Safety Officer graduation at the Public Safety Academy.
Join this community conversation to hear a legislative update and get your questions answered.
Loop in with Löki: Tuesday, Sept 30 Read More »
Dear friends and neighbors, I gathered with trail supporters and State Parks Superintendent to celebrate the renovation of the Williwaw Lakes Trail, completed this summer by Alaska Trails. Funding came from Chugach Park Fund, Anchorage Community Fund, Atwood Foundation, and many others.
Audits, Wildfire Protection, and lots more! Read More »
The rain is back, sure, but the silvers are still running and there’s plenty of outdoor fun left to be had. That’s my story and I’m sticking to it.
No Failure to Prepare Read More »
Dear friends and neighbors, Senate District E is big: from Tudor Road to Whittier! It encompasses 10 community council areas plus Girdwood Board of Supervisors.
Energy, Wildfire, Budget Update, and lots more! Read More »
