Governor Dunleavy signed the budget over the weekend and released the list of line-item vetoes yesterday. Unfortunately, Dunleavy vetoed half of the education funding increase we appropriated in May—effectively reducing next year’s BSA increase from $680 to $340—and targeted a number of other pro-family and pro-education programs with his cuts. Increasing education funding was a
Gov. Dunleavy’s Vetoes Read More »
Sen. Tobin supports an effort to override the short-sighted line-item veto.
The Latest: Sen. Tobin Condemns Veto of Public Education Funding Read More »
March 7, 2023, was a tense and unscripted day in the office of Sen. Löki Gale Tobin. We wrap up season 1 with a look back at that day and hear how Sen. Tobin responded to events in real-time.
The Empty Office Podcast – Episode #20 Read More »
Dear Friends and Neighbors, Alaska Sand & Gravel 85th Anniversary last Saturday. A great resident company of my Senate District! There was lots to see and do for all ages at the Open House on Saturday.
Defined Benefit, Kid Heroes, Tics in AK, Invasive Species week, & more! Read More »
Sen. Löki Gale Tobin and Mike Mason discuss the “Employee Free Speech Act” and the importance of unions with Patrick Fitzgerald, the Political Coordinator for Teamsters Local 959.
The Empty Office Podcast – Episode #19 Read More »
This session, the legislature passed a balanced budget that does not overdraw our state savings, invests in public education and public safety, and pays an affordable dividend. And we made progress on critical legislation.
Alaska Matters: End of Session Update Read More »
Dear Friends and Neighbors, During this summer and fall, I am attending community council meetings, organization conferences, and continuing work on my bills related to healthcare, energy, economy and workforce.
ANC Economy, DNR Land Sale, Debt Ceiling items & more! Read More »
I’m pleased to report that the Legislature was able to pass a a balanced budget that funds essential services, like public safety and education; pays a reasonable dividend; and does not draw from savings or require new taxes. While it did take a one-day special session to complete, the result was a fiscally responsible budget,
Sen. Löki Gale Tobin and Mike Mason are joined by Sen. Cathy Giessel from Anchorage to talk about the 2023 legislative session and her work on pension reform for public sector workers in Alaska.
The Empty Office Podcast – Episode #18 Read More »
Our office has officially transitioned to the interim. This means that my staff (with the exception of Jeff) and I will be working in Anchorage. Jeff is working in my Juneau Office. This also means that we are here for you, so I encourage you to please reach out using the information at the bottom
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