This week, I attended the Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference. This session, we had substantial discussion on energy policy and several substantial energy bills passed the Legislature. Moving forward, we have more work to do to ensure future energy supplies in Cook Inlet.
Alaska Matters: Important Energy Legislation passed the Legislature Read More »
The 2nd regular session of the 33rd Alaska State Legislature came to a close last Wednesday night. Below is a rundown of what was accomplished.
Capitol Brief: 33rd Alaska Legislature Adjourns on Time Read More »
Dear Friends and Neighbors, I spent Monday through Wednesday at the Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference, 3rd annual, here in Anchorage. Really great presentations on all topics from carbon capture to nuclear. Lots of renewable information. I especially enjoyed the hydrogen topics. Today (Thursday) is the last day.
Lots of Energy! APFC and much more! Read More »
JUNEAU – On the last day of the legislative session, the Alaska Legislature passed Senate Bill 22, sponsored by Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson, D-Anchorage, officially recognizing Juneteenth, June 19, as an annually observed state holiday. This significant legislation commemorates the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, announcing the end of the Civil
NEWS: Alaska Legislature Passes Legislation Establishing Juneteenth as a State Holiday Read More »
The 33rd Alaska State Legislature has adjourned “sine die.” The two-year Legislature concluded with the passage of several bills that will benefit Alaskans, a capital budget that includes $98.2 million for the Kenai Peninsula, and a $1,655 dividend this year with the possibility of increased energy relief check next fall.
On the Kenai: Weekly Legislative Update Read More »
Sen. Löki Gale Tobin unpacks the good public policy that passed the Alaska State Legislature on the day after the 2024 session ended.
The Empty Office Podcast – Season 2, Episode 18 Read More »
The legislative session is in the final days and it has been hectic although the focus is now only on a few pieces of legislation that are in their final bit of polishing.
Juneau Note: Session Adjourned ‘Sine Die:’ a Finalized Budget Early?! Read More »
On Wednesday night, the Legislature adjourned “Sine Die.” We are done for the year!
Alaska Matters: The 33rd Alaska Legislature has adjourned Read More »
Dear Friends and Neighbors, This newsletter is later than usual because…my team and I have had a “recovery” day today. Senate floor adjourned at 11:50 PM last night on Day 121 of session. We are pretty tired today as we clean up the office, preparing to close here in Juneau.
End of Session, Budget, Bills and much more! Read More »
JUNEAU – The Alaska State Legislature unanimously approved a simpler option for employers and employees to conduct drug and alcohol testing when the House passed Senate Bill 196 yesterday. Sponsored by the Senate Labor and Commerce Committee, the bill would add saliva or “oral fluids” to the samples an employer may collect for testing.
NEWS: Legislature Approves Easier and Less Invasive Drug and Alcohol Testing Method Read More »
