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A transitional budget, status of education funding, and what to expect as we near the end of the legislative session.

Senator Tobin is joined by Representative Genevieve Mina from Anchorage for a conversation about healthcare policy, defined benefits, and legislation to create the Welcoming Alaska Office.

Senator Tobin and Mike Mason have a wide-ranging conversation with Representative Ashley Carrick from Fairbanks about transportation issues, education funding, and the University of Alaska.

Senator Tobin is joined by two term Republican State Representative Justin Ruffridge from Soldotna for a lively conversation about healthcare, politics, friendship, and little league baseball.

The new version of HB 57 includes a $700 increase to Alaska’s Base Student Allocation, a 10% increase in funding for pupil transportation, and policy changes to support Alaska’s charter schools.

Join Senator Tobin for a constituent town hall tonight from 5:30 to 6:30 pm.

Today’s podcast features several speeches Senator Tobin delivered in March on the floor of the Alaska State Senate to highlight notable Alaskan women and commemorate Women’s History Month.

Earlier today, Governor Dunleavy vetoed HB 69, which would have raised the Base Student Allocation by $1,000.

Unpacking student assessment data, achievement metrics, and accountability.

Today’s episode includes two recent speeches delivered by Senator Tobin on the importance of Alaska’s public education system and the urgent need for additional education funding.