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Ahead of legislative session, Alaska lawmakers propose big changes and small tweaks

There’s plenty on the agenda for lawmakers this year, from a possible gas pipeline to a plan to stabilize the state’s ...
Anchorage Daily News

With outgoing governor and limited revenue, Alaska legislators consider priorities in lead-up to session

With strains on both revenue projections and their relationship with the governor, lawmakers in the majority say they are ...
Alaska Public Media

Alaska legislators say state’s fiscal picture is among the worst in decades

In a series of hearings this week, members of the Alaska Legislature have heard emotional testimony about the need for more education funding. As lawmakers consider the idea, it’s becoming ...
Juneau Empire

Alaska’s Legislature was in session for four months: Here’s what they did with their time.

A look at the 33 bills that both the House and Senate passed this year, and where they stand in the process. Before adjourning their regular session for the year, Alaska legislators passed 33 ...
Anchorage Daily NewsOpinion

Opinion: Alaska’s budget shouldn’t hinge on a supermajority

A 1959-era veto rule gives governors outsized power over today’s Legislature — and Senate Joint Resolution 2 would finally ...
Alaska Public Media

Alaska Legislature finalizes $1,000 PFD; vote expected as soon as Tuesday

This year’s Permanent Fund dividend will be $1,000, according to a final draft state budget approved Sunday afternoon by six House and Senate negotiators. The dividend was among the biggest items ...