Summer is here and the 2023 Legislative Session has come to an end. The completion of the budget was a little behind schedule, and as usual, there has been drama around finalizing and passing the operating and capital budget. I’ll explain more about that below, but aside from the budget, here’s some perspective on some
The Budget Passes & Session Ends Read More »
The budget deal prevents a government shutdown and includes an additional $175 million for public education in Alaska.
The Latest: Alaska Legislature reaches a last-minute compromise budget deal Read More »
We have officially reached the end of the session! For the past four months, I have worked diligently with my colleagues to address the issues of the state. As you may have guessed, this work wasn’t easy but I found it vital to put aside differences and work across the aisle to address the most
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Dear Friends and Neighbors, This is Day 1 of the First Special Session. We are officially in Special Session called by the Governor.
Legislative Actions on Day 1 Special Session & sine die! Read More »
Compromise budget deal avoids spending from savings and will pay out a healthy PFD.
The Latest: Alaska Senate Passes a Balanced Budget Read More »
JUNEAU – Today, the Alaska Senate passed House Bill 39, Fiscal Year 2024 operating and capital budgets. The Senate’s version of the budget increases education funding outside the formula by $174.9 million – the single largest increase in state history, provides Alaskans with a $1,300 permanent fund dividend, and leaves the state with a $84.2
NEWS: Senate Passes a Balanced Budget with an $84.2 Million Surplus Read More »
Dear Friends and Neighbors, This is Day 121 of the 121 day session. You are receiving more frequent newsletters to keep you up-to-date and informed about work being done.
Senate Actions on Day 121 and lots more! Read More »
The budget deal would prevent a government shutdown and include an additional $175 million for public education.
The Latest: Alaska Legislature fails to reach a last-minute compromise budget deal Read More »
Dear Friends and Neighbors, This is Day 120 of the 121 day session. You are receiving more frequent newsletters to keep you up-to-date and informed about work being done.
Senate Actions on Day 119 & 120 and lots more! Read More »
The shoulder has collapsed on Funny River Road near mile 8, and that section will be closed for two days while DOT makes emergency repairs. In December, DOT said publicly that Funny River Road was nearing the end of its drivable life, that the asphalt was fatigued and shoulders had eroded. DOT has plans in
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