Speaker: Representative Wilson gave her all in the Legislature for more than a decade
JUNEAU – Rep. Tammie Wilson (R-North Pole) on Friday evening announced her resignation during a House floor session.
Standing Together for Alaska
The Alaska House Majority is the organization that controls the House of Representatives. The group is composed of 23 members. Our mission is to provide quality representation to all Alaskans through integrity, engagement, and informed leadership so that every citizen’s quality of life will improve for generations to come.
Meet Our Leadership Team
The Alaska House Majority leadership team includes Speaker Bryce Edgmon (I-Dillingham), Majority Leader Steve Thompson (R-Fairbanks), Finance Committee Co-Chairs Neal Foster (D-Nome) and Jennifer Johnston (R-Anchorage), Rules Chair Chuck Kopp (R-Anchorage) and Majority Whip Louise Stutes (R-Kodiak).
House Majority Members
City:
Dillingham
Party: Independent
District: 37
Phone: 907-465-4451
Fax: 907-465-3445
Toll-Free:
800-898-4451
Email Me
City:
Nome
Party: Democrat
District: 39
Phone: 907-465-3789
Fax:
907-465-3242
Toll-Free:
800-478-3789
Email Me
City:
Ketchikan
Party: Non Affiliated
District: 36
Phone: 907-465-3824
Toll-Free:
800-686-3824
Email Me
City:
Anchorage
Party: Democrat
District: 23
Phone: 907-465-2095 Fax: 907-465-3810
Toll-Free:
866-465-2095
Email Me
City:
Bethel
Party: Democrat
District: 38
Phone: 907-465-4942 Fax: 907-465-4589
Toll-Free:
800-323-4942
Email Me
Previous
Next
LATEST press
Majority of Alaska lawmakers vote to override governor’s vetoes
JUNEAU – Today, the Alaska Legislature held a joint floor session to consider an override of two of the governor’s major FY2020 budget vetoes.
DOC reverses course, cancels plan to send prisoners out-of-state
JUNEAU – Today, Department of Corrections Commissioner Nancy Dahlstrom informed the House State Affairs Committee that the state is canceling a plan to spend millions of dollars to send nearly 500 prisoners to Outside, private facilities.
Representative Tuck supports bipartisan effort to improve student outcomes
ANCHORAGE – Earlier today, Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy joined Sen. Tom Begich (D-Anchorage) for a press conference to unveil the “Alaska Reads Act.” The bipartisan legislation seeks to improve the reading skills of students in kindergarten through third grade by creating a new comprehensive statewide reading program.
Bipartisan group of lawmakers oppose draft DOLWD regulations
ANCHORAGE – A bipartisan group of lawmakers today signed a letter urging the state Department of Labor and Workforce Development (“DOLWD”) to withdraw proposed anti-apprenticeship regulations that would endanger construction workers and undermine career pathways for veterans.
New legislation would require K-12 mental health curriculum
JUNEAU – Today, Rep. Matt Claman (D-Anchorage) pre-filed legislation that expands existing health education requirements to include mental health curriculum in all K-12 health classrooms. The goal is to make sure students are adequately educated on vital information about mental health symptoms, resources, and treatment.
Legislators announce comprehensive plan to improve children’s health, education
ANCHORAGE – A bipartisan coalition of lawmakers today released a comprehensive package of education legislation aimed at making Alaska the best place to raise a family.
Rep. Matt Claman to host constituent meeting ahead of upcoming legislative session
ANCHORAGE – Rep. Matt Claman (D-Anchorage) will hold a Pre-Session Constituent Meeting on Monday evening for the residents of Sand Lake, Spenard, and Turnagain.
Representatives Matt Claman and Louise Stutes complete Henry Toll Fellowship
ANCHORAGE – Reps. Louise Stutes (R-Kodiak) and Matt Claman (D-Anchorage) were recognized for participation in The Council of State Governments Henry Toll Fellowship during a graduation ceremony and luncheon. The event was held on Dec. 7 in conjunction with the CSG National Conference in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
DOC advances private prison plan, ignoring public safety and financial concerns
ANCHORAGE – A House State Affairs Committee hearing on Wednesday revealed for the first time that the Department of Corrections could have opened an existing facility in Palmer for less money than the Legislature appropriated but instead decided to move forward with a costly effort to send inmates to out-of-state private prisons.
Governor defers tough budget decisions to the legislature
Gov. Michael J. Dunleavy today released his budget proposal, which sets off formal deliberation over next year’s spending plan.
New bill would prevent DOC from shipping inmates to out-of-state prisons
ANCHORAGE – State lawmakers are pushing back against the Dunleavy Administration’s effort to send Alaska inmates to private prisons in the Lower 48.
Lawmakers demand resolution to ‘existential crisis’ faced by coastal communities in wake of new ferry cuts
ANCHORAGE – Today, several lawmakers who represent coastal communities urged the Dunleavy Administration to fulfill the Alaska Department of Transportation’s mission statement to “Keep Alaska moving through service and infrastructure” by promptly getting two essential Alaska Marine Highway System vessels back into operation.
Judge sides with Legislature, rules that forward funding of education is constitutional
ANCHORAGE – The Alaska Superior Court issued an order Thursday evening that ruled against the governor’s attempt to reject the Legislature’s forward funding of K-12 education.
Representative Claman to host fall constituent meeting at Anchorage Legislative Office
ANCHORAGE – Representative Matt Claman (D-Anchorage) will hold a fall constituent meeting this Saturday, November 2. The event will be held at the Anchorage Legislative Information Office (LIO) from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
LATEST Newsletters
Straight Talk with Sara Hannan
We are back! The second session of the 31st Legislature gaveled in on Tuesday last week. I will continue as Co-Chair of the Community and Regional Affairs Committee and as Chair of the Arctic Policy, Economic Development and Tourism Special Committee. I also maintain my memberships on the House Resources and Labor & Commerce Committees.
Rep. Matt Claman’s Alaska Matters: Session Begins
This week, legislators returned to Juneau for the regular session. We're working on a variety of important issues, and the state’s budget remains our highest priority. With many challenges facing our state, we need a responsible action plan for Alaska.
Rep. Tuck’s Community Connection: The “Alaska Reads Act”
Among the highpoints of the first week of the legislative session is the momentum behind the Alaska Reads Act to help Alaska’s youngest students become better readers. Reading is so crucial for young people because of the link between reading proficiency and student success.
House District 38 E-Newsletter
Happy New Year! I’m thankful we’re past the hump of winter solstice and moving forward to spring! This week we began the second regular session of the 31st Legislature. I am ready for a productive session in Juneau.
Welcome to Session & Upcoming Constituent Coffee Event
Tuesday was the first day of the second legislative session. This year brings on new challenges and opportunities, including taking on a new role as the Chair of the House Labor and Commerce Committee.
VETO OVERRIDE VOTE
Tomorrow at 10:30am, the legislature will convene in joint session to vote on overriding the Governor's vetoes of Marine Highway and school bond debt reimbursement funding. I intend to vote "yes" to override. It is unacceptable that coastal communities have been cut off from ferry service for long periods of time, and that veto of school bond debt reimbursement shifts tens of millions of dollars in costs onto the back of local property tax payers.
Rep. John Lincoln’s Legislative Recap
Greetings from snowy Juneau! The D-40 office is excited to be back together in the Capitol building - including new staff. We are looking forward to the work ahead of us for this session. This issue will highlight some of the important topics that will be discussed over the next several months: 2020 Census information for your region, an introduction to new staff, and helpful details for staying informed and involved during this session.
Rep. Tuck’s Community Connection: A New Session Brings Hope for Solutions
The 2020 legislative session begins this afternoon when lawmakers from across Alaska gather in Juneau to do the people’s business. I hope that every member of the House and Senate is ready to work because that’s what it will take to overcome the significant fiscal and political hurdles facing our state.
Ready, Set, Session!
The Alaska State Legislature is gavelling into session today at 1:00pm. As session gets underway, the best way to keep up-to-date is through www.akleg.gov. From there, you can watch committee meetings, track bills, and check the legislative schedule. You can watch Floor Sessions on Gavel Alaska. And of course, I will be sending out email newsletters every few weeks with updates.
Straight Talk with Sara Hannan
Lawmakers from across Alaska will gather this week in Juneau to do the people’s business. The men and women you elected will consider and debate the merits of various bills and resolutions, including a budget for the next fiscal year.
The Legislature Returns to Our Welcoming Capital City
The Capitol is buzzing again and I am certainly feeling the energy and excitement of the upcoming session (it starts on Tuesday, January 21). I'm looking forward to working with all of my colleagues from around the state to strengthen and improve the economy, create a sustainable state budget, make our neighborhoods safer, and educate our children.
Straight Talk with Sara Hannan
Welcome to my first newsletter of the new year! I changed the name from "Legislative Update" to reflect the intent of my message, which is to provide you with “Straight Talk” about what is going on in the Capitol and around town. Legislative process and debates in the Capitol are not always easy to understand. I hope you find my "Straight Talk" newsletter to be a source of accurate clear and relevant updates. Thank you for staying engaged
Constituent coffees and free MLK legal clinic
Join me for a pre-session constituent meeting this Saturday, January 11th from 10-11:00 am at the Immanuel Presbyterian Church. You can RSVP online on Facebook. Feel free to invite your friends and family!
Happy New Year! Holiday Greetings and Holiday Decorations
Warm holiday greetings from our office. We hope your recent days have been filled with laughs with loved ones. We celebrated Christmas last week, Hanukkah ended Monday, Hmong New Year’s celebrations are happening, and tomorrow is the last day of Kwanzaa.
Rep. Adam Wool’s Enews Update: Happy New Year! Looking Ahead to the 2020 Legislative Session
I hope you all had a wonderful holiday season and are excited about the new year ahead. It’s been a very eventful year in politics and our state is very much a part of that. We had a tumultuous session last year that went on way too long but finally ended up in a decent place.