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NEWS: Legislation Providing Peer Mental Health Support for Law Enforcement and First Responders Becomes Law

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Anchorage, Alaska — Yesterday afternoon, Senate Bill 103 became law without the Governor’s signature. Sponsored by Senator Forrest Dunbar, D-Anchorage, this legislation showcases support for the mental health and well-being of Alaska’s law enforcement officers and first responders by establishing a process for public safety officers to seek mental health counseling from trained peer counselors while ensuring […]

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NEWS: Legislation Becomes Law to Expand Access to SNAP Benefits

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Anchorage—On August 30, House Bill 344 became law without the Governor’s signature. Governor Dunleavy sponsored the bill, which allows the Alaska Department of Health to apply for a waiver from the federal government to establish a demonstration project that uses Medicaid funding in unique ways, including supporting workforce development and food security. 

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