The Latest: Legislation Becomes Law to Expand Access to SNAP Benefits
House Bill 344 also allows schools to provide healthcare services to more students.
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NEWS: Governor Signs Series of Healthcare Bills Into Law
Wasilla, AK—Today, Governor Mike Dunleavy signed a series of healthcare bills into law. Sponsored by Senator David Wilson, R-Wasilla, Senate Bill 45, Senate Bill 74, and Senate Bill 75 seek to improve access to healthcare and streamline licensing for specific medical professionals.
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Happy Labor Day!
On Labor Day, we honor the working people who keep our communities running, and the legacy of collective action for dignified working conditions. This Labor Day, we wish everyone a safe and happy holiday to close out the end of summer. Read on for a history of the holiday and community events.
Permanent Fund, Cook Inlet, Grocery Merger and much more!
Dear Friends and Neighbors, I talked to some folks that forgot to vote last Tuesday (9/20) in the Primary Election. I’m hoping that, with my repeatedly reminding them, they will remember the General Election on November 5!
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Trainor Gate Safety, Alaska’s Defense and More!
Fall is in the air, bringing with it many events to learn, grow from and celebrate. I hope you had a wonderful summer, and that it was as busy and enjoyable as mine. As we head forward to the coming winter, it is important for us to take a moment to remind ourselves of what we need to accomplish to keep our community safe and our spirits high. In this issue, I will discuss traffic safety, the start of the school year, the Alaska Defense Forum and much more!
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The Real Deal with Kiehl: That Was the Month That Was
After a month-long break, there’s a lot to catch up on! I’ll keep the updates brief so you can get back to picking berries, fishing for silvers, or whatever fun fills your August weekends.
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The Latest: The deadline is Monday to comment on recommendations from the Governor’s Task Force on Child Care.
Sen. Tobin successfully lobbies the National Conference of State Legislatures to support more federal resources for homeless children and youth.
Back to School: Changes at the Anchorage School District and Funding Updates
Fall is nearly here and the Anchorage School District (ASD) started classes last week. Several changes at ASD will impact students, families, and community members this school year.
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Legacy DB value, Dementia, Gasoline Tax and much more!
Dear Friends and Neighbors, The Alaska State Fair on Saturday was wonderful! My husband and I volunteered for Alaska Mining Day, passing out small backpacks to folks. The Fair is always great fun and lots of opportunity to eat unhealthy food and buy an amazing diversity of stuff!
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NEWS: Alaska Honors Those Who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice
Nikiski, AK – On Tuesday, Governor Dunleavy signed Senate Bill 174 into law to honor Alaskans who have lost their lives in service to our country and communities. The bill, which passed both the House and Senate unanimously, would establish in statute the Honor and Remember and Honor and Sacrifice Flags as official state symbols and
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