This week is the last week of regular session. Several important bills have already passed the Legislature, while we consider more legislation. Stay tuned for updates to issues including energy, education, and crime.
Alaska Matters: The Last Week of the Regular Legislative Session Read More »
Sen. Löki Gale Tobin and Mike Mason are joined by Sen. Forrest Dunbar to talk about major pieces of energy legislation under consideration by the Alaska State Legislature.
The Empty Office Podcast – Season 2, Episode 17 Read More »
As the 33rd Legislative Session is in the home stretch, don’t forget to follow along as bills will be moving quickly.
National Teacher Appreciation Week 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: Last 5 days of Session! Omnibussing, Appointees, Mothers Day and More! Read More »
Dear Friends and Neighbors, It was an honor for me to carry SB 123, which passed in 2011 with Bipartisan cosponsors and support. It was the first bill that I sponsored and saw passed as a state senator.
Energy, Pensions, Housing Costs and much more! Read More »
There is one week to go in the Legislative session. Last week, The Senate Judiciary Committee moved the consolidated crime bill, HB 66. The bill includes important pieces of legislation addressing public safety, victim’s rights, and criminal justice.
Alaska Matters: The Consolidated Crime Bill Read More »
JUNEAU – Today, by a vote of 18-1, the Alaska Senate passed Senate Bill 206, sponsored by Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson, D-Anchorage, to establish worker rehabilitation and return-to-work programs across the state. The legislation introduces the Alaska State Workers’ Rehabilitation and Return-to-Work (SAW/RTW) program, a voluntary initiative designed to provide injured workers with the necessary support
JUNEAU – Today, the Alaska Senate passed Senate Bill 28 by a vote of 18-1, which seeks to support workplace safety by providing employers with a streamlined process for addressing credible threats of workplace violence. Sponsored by Senator Matt Claman, D-Anchorage, SB 28 utilizes the framework of Alaska’s domestic violence protective order system to facilitate
NEWS: Senate Passes Legislation Establishing Workplace Violence Protective Orders Read More »
T-minus 10 days until this legislative session ends. As the time dwindles, we have a lot of major policy pieces left to finish. We’re having high voltage discussions (literally & figuratively!) Here are key things to watch for the next week and a half:
The Real Deal with Kiehl: End Game Read More »
It’s important that as a state we live within our means. Last week the Senate passed a balanced budget. The budget includes a $1360 PFD and a $222 energy relief payment for all residents.
On the Kenai: Weekly Legislative Update Read More »
