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NEWS: Senator Tobin and Representative Stapp Introduce Veterans Justice Act to Expand Alternatives to Incarceration for Alaska Veterans

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Juneau, AK — Today, Senator Löki Gale Tobin, D-Anchorage, and Representative Will Stapp, R-Fairbanks, introduced Senate Bill 236 and House Bill 299, known as the Veterans Justice Act, which creates a statewide veteran sentencing program to reduce recidivism and support veterans’ reintegration into society who face certain criminal charges, while upholding public safety in Alaska.

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NEWS: Legislative Task Force Releases Findings on Regulating Psychedelic Medicines

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JUNEAU, AK — Today, the Alaska Legislative Task Force for the Regulation of Psychedelic Medicines released its final report, which provides policy recommendations in preparation for potential future federal approval of psychedelic medicines. This report reflects months of deliberation, public input, and expert analysis. The Task Force was created in the 33rd Alaska State Legislature

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NEWS: Senator Stedman Introduces Legislation to Address the Fiduciary Failure of CBR Investments with DigitalBridge

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JUNEAU, AK — Today, Senate Finance Co-Chair Bert Stedman (R-Sitka) introduced Senate Bill 221 to prohibit investments in or do business with DigitalBridge Group, Inc. or its affiliates. The bill addresses concerns outlined in an independent review by WilmerHale of a $75 million investment from the Constitutional Budget Reserve Fund (CBR) by former Department of

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NEWS: Senate Convenes the Second Session of the 34th Alaska State Legislature

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JUNEAU, AK — Today, the Senate convened the Second Regular Session of the 34th Alaska State Legislature. The Senate will continue to build upon the priorities set out in the last legislative session to strengthen Alaska’s economy. These priorities include supporting and improving our public education, addressing public employee and teacher retirement, updating Alaska’s election

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NEWS: Senate State Affairs to Hear Senate Joint Resolution 2 to Bring Alaska’s Budget Veto Threshold in Line with Other States

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JUNEAU, AK — Senate Judiciary Chair Matt Claman, D-Anchorage, introduced Senate Joint Resolution 2 last January, which is a constitutional amendment that would modernize Alaska’s budget veto override process and align it with standards used by every other state in the nation. On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the Senate State Affairs Committee will hear the

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NEWS: Senate President Gary Stevens Issues Statement on Governor Dunleavy’s Proposed FY2027 Budget

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Anchorage, AK – Governor Mike Dunleavy today released his proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget. As required by Alaska’s constitution, the budget is submitted by December 15, ahead of the legislative session, which convenes on January 20, 2026. Senate President Gary Stevens, R-Kodiak, issued the following statement:

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NEWS: Senate President Gary Stevens Welcomes New Members to the Senate

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Anchorage, AK – Today, Senate Republicans met in Anchorage to confirm Representative George Rauscher, R-Sutton, and Representative Cathy Tilton, R-Wasilla, to the Senate. They replace Senator Mike Shower and Senator Shelley Hughes, who both stepped down earlier this month. Senator Gary Stevens, R-Kodiak, issued the following statement:

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NEWS: Honoring the Dedication of the Air Traffic Control Team at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport and Airports Across Alaska

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Anchorage, AK – During the recent government shutdown, the air traffic control team at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, and at airports across Alaska, continue to demonstrate exceptional professionalism, dedication, and service to our state and nation.

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NEWS: Presiding Officers Issue Statement on $50 Million Commitment from the Constitutional Budget Reserve

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Kodiak, AK – Today, Senate President Gary Stevens (R-Kodiak) and House Speaker Bryce Edgmon (I-Dillingham) issued the following statement regarding media reports of a $50 million commitment from the Constitutional Budget Reserve (CBR) to an outside private equity firm:

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