Claman-AKMatters

Dear Friends and Neighbors, The Legislature adjourned Sine Die from the regular session on Wednesday. The Governor called us into special session immediately afterwards at 10am on Thursday, May 21st to consider legislation for a gasline.

Dear Friends and Neighbors, The last day of the regular session is May 20th. The Governor can choose to call a special session within one hour of adjournment, if he chooses.

Dear Friends and Neighbors, Last week, Governor Dunleavy vetoed Senate Bill 64, a bipartisan elections bill that made our voting system in Alaska more accessible to all eligible voters and more secure against voting fraud. On Monday, the Legislature met in joint session and failed to override that veto.

Dear Friends and Neighbors, This week, the Legislature passed House Bill 78 to establish a pension retirement plan for public employees. The Senate Judiciary Committee also passed a consolidated crime bill that includes legislative priorities to improve public safety. Yesterday, the Governor vetoed the elections bill.

Dear Friends and Neighbors, This week, the Senate passed a capital budget focused on investing in the much-needed maintenance and construction of public schools.

Dear Friends and Neighbors, This week, the House passed an operating budget with much-needed funding for public school maintenance, a $1,500 dividend, and a $200 million deficit.

Dear Friends and Neighbors, This week, we discuss the current legislative proposals regarding the natural gas pipeline. A gas pipeline from the North Slope could bring revenue to the state and help secure gas for Alaskans. But significant questions remain.

Dear Friends and Neighbors, This week, we released our constituent survey results. Over 400 West Anchorage residents responded to our survey. Thank you to all who participated!

Dear Friends and Neighbors, This week, the Legislature approved an elections reform bill to ensure all eligible Alaska voters can vote. The Legislature also approved a final supplemental budget for FY 2026 after negotiations between the House and Senate.

Dear Friends and Neighbors, This week, the Municipality of Anchorage sent vote-by-mail ballots to all registered voters. Election Day is Tuesday, April 7th. Make sure you know how to cast your ballot!