Dear friends and neighbors, The hot topic this week is education. Should a child’s ability to read depend on the price of a barrel of oil? I say no, it should not. Our Constitution requires the State to “maintain a system of public schools open to all children of the State…”
Education Funding, Budget, and much more! Read More »
Join Senator Löki Gale Tobin tomorrow from 5:45 to 6:45 pm for a virtual constituent meeting.
TOMORROW: Loop in with Löki! Read More »
A panel discussion about housing policy and the challenges to obtaining affordable housing in Anchorage featuring representatives from the Cook Inlet Housing Authority and Neighborworks Alaska.
The Empty Office Podcast – Season 3, Episode 3 Read More »
As the legislative session gains momentum, I’m pleased to report that things are running smoothly in the Senate Majority. We’ve hit the ground running with a shared commitment to serving Alaskans and addressing the unique opportunities and challenges facing our great state.
Elvi’s Updates: February 2025 Session Gets Moving Read More »
The 34th Legislature is off to a fast start, and I am thankful to have an amazing team working with me to improve business, schools, public safety and roads on the Kenai Peninsula. More of our legislation is being introduced weekly. We are working to improve professional licensure, allow flexibility for food delivery drivers, improve foster
On the Kenai: Weekly Legislative Update for February 1, 2025 Read More »
I’m pleased to be a part of a bipartisan Senate majority with 14 members. And with a tripartisan majority in the House, it is the first time we’ve had two moderate majorities since 1981!
Education Funding Priorities Read More »
JUNEAU, AK – Today, Governor Mike Dunleavy outlined his education policy package he proposed to the Alaska legislature. Senate President Gary Stevens, R-Kodiak, issued the following statement in response:
NEWS: Sen. Stevens Issues Statement After Governor Dunleavy Releases Education Package Read More »
For folks in the Lower 48, Sunday is Groundhog Day. On February 2, Alaskans honor the mighty marmot.
Hey East Anchorage, The Alaska Legislature convened last week in Juneau. I am honored once again to serve as Senate Rules Chair, which oversees the daily business of the Senate and determines the Senate Floor Calendar. I am working with Representative Donna Mears and Representative Ted Eischeid about scheduling a joint townhall in late February
Capitol Brief: The 34th Alaska Legislature is in session Read More »
Dear friends and neighbors, The Senate Resources committee opened our work last week with hearings on Cook Inlet gas supply for 70% of Alaska’s population.
CI Gas, Overspending, and much more! Read More »
