This session, the legislature passed a balanced budget that does not overdraw our state savings, invests in public education and public safety, and pays an affordable dividend. And we made progress on critical legislation.
Alaska Matters: End of Session Update Read More »
This week, the legislature passed the state’s operating and capital budgets. The balanced budget does not overdraw the Permanent Fund Earnings Reserve Account, does not draw from savings accounts, and includes a $1,304 dividend.
Alaska Matters: Legislature Passes Balanced Budget Read More »
Last week, the Senate Judiciary Committee held a follow up hearing to receive an update for the state of Alaska on their work to improve Alaska’s behavioral health system for children. More below.
Alaska Matters: Pension Plan Legislation & DOJ Investigation Update Read More »
Today is Day 101 of the legislative session and the legislature continues its work. The Senate Finance Committee is working on the FY24 budget this week. The Senate Labor and Commerce Committee continues to consider the proposal to return Alaska to a defined benefit pension retirement plan for public employees and teachers. Read our update
Alaska Matters: Senate Budget & Pension Legislation Update Read More »
This week, the Senate passed Senate Bill 58. This legislation will extend postpartum Medicaid coverage for new mothers from 60 days to 12 months.
Alaska Matters: Senate Passes Expanded Coverage for New Mothers Read More »
In this week’s newsletter, we discuss legislation that has passed the Senate, provide a personal legislation update, and share upcoming community events.
Alaska Matters: Legislation Update Read More »
Our work on the budget continues. Thank you to all who took the time to participate in the constituent survey and share your thoughts. The results are below.
Alaska Matters: Supplemental Budget Read More »
Thank you to all who took the time to participate in the constituent survey and share your thoughts. The results are below.
Alaska Matters: Constituent Survey Results Read More »
Please join me tomorrow at noon at the Anchorage Legislative Office for an opportunity to discuss legislative priorities! For more information and to RSVP, click here.
Alaska Matters: Mid-Session Constituent Meeting TOMORROW Read More »
Now is your chance to weigh in on important issues with your public testimony: education funding and the state operating budget. See below for more information on opportunities to testify this week. Click here to visit the Alaska Legislature website for information on how to provide public testimony.
Alaska Matters: Public Testimony Opportunities TODAY & Tomorrow Read More »
