Bills, Budgets, LNG
April 20, 2026
As the legislature approaches its final month, bills and budgets are moving full steam ahead. Here’s a quick update on what’s going on with some legislation I’ve
Senator Bill Wielechowski
(D-Anchorage)
District K
Email: Sen.Bill.Wielechowski@akleg.gov
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State Capitol Bldg., Room 103
Juneau, AK 99801
Phone: (907) 465-2435
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Session Halftime Update
March 28, 2026
While the legislative session is always a busy time, this week was especially productive in the Senate. This is a quick recap on business moving through the
Anchorage Delegation Meeting this Sat, March 14
March 11, 2026
This weekend, I hope to see you at the Anchorage Delegation Townhall meeting on Saturday, March 14, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at UAA Wendy Williamson Auditorium.
Legislation Update & Testimony Opportunities
February 23, 2026
Below is an update on legislation making progress through the Senate. I also want to highlight the upcoming Anchorage Delegation Townhall meeting on Saturday, March 14, 2:00
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Legislation
Bill |
Title |
Sponsor Statement |
|---|---|---|
SB 55 |
EXTEND STATE MEDICAL BOARD |
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SB 60 |
REPEAL WORKERS’ COMP APPEALS COMMISSION |
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SB 61 |
US PRESIDENT ELECT. POPULAR VOTE COMPACT |
|
SB 99 |
FINANCIAL LITERACY COURSE IN SCHOOLS |
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SB 114 |
OIL & GAS PRODUCTION TAX; INCOME TAX |
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SB 122 |
APPORTION TAXABLE INCOME;DIGITAL BUSINESS |
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SB 135 |
ALASKA WORK AND SAVE PLAN |
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SB 152 |
COMMUNITY ENERGY FACILITIES; NET METERING |
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SB 154 |
BIDDER PREF MILITARY CAREER SKILLS PROG |
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SCR 1 |
UNIFORM RULES: MASON’S MANUAL, COMMITTEES |
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SJR 1 |
CONST AM: GUARANTEE PERM FUND DIVIDEND |
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