Public Records Restriction for Past Marijuana Convictions Passes House
Juneau – Today, the Alaska House of Representatives passed legislation introduced by Representative Harriet Drummond (D-Anchorage) to protect Alaskans’ ability to go to work despite past convictions for marijuana possession. House Bill 316 restricts public access to records related to simple marijuana possession in the wake of voter approval of legalization in Alaska in November of 2014. The bill also calls for the Alaska CourtView system to be wiped clean of all marijuana convictions classified as a VIA misdemeanor. The citizens’ initiative allowed the sale and consumption of recreational marijuana but failed to address how to deal with those previously convicted of marijuana possession.
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Education and Budget Update: A Message from Rep. Harriet Drummond
The legislative session is approaching the 90-day scheduled end point, and a long term fiscal plan that is fair to regular Alaskans is looking increasingly unlikely.
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Early Education Update, PFD Application Deadline, and Vote by Mail Reminder
I am excited to report a major step forward in efforts to better coordinate and utilize state resources dedicated to early childhood in Alaska. When it comes to young children, there is no line between early education and early development. You really can’t have one without the other, and there is no more important time for children to learn and grow than during their earliest years.
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Join Me at Anchorage Caucus on Saturday, Testimony Opportunities, and Other Important Updates
It has been a busy couple of weeks as budget subcommittees meet to review the Governor’s proposed FY19 operating budget and ensure the best return on our investment for what we pay to provide essential public services.
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House Passes Resolution on Proposed Plan for Offshore Lease Sales
Juneau – Today, the Alaska House of Representatives passed House Resolution 6, weighing in on the 2019-2024 National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Draft Proposed Program. The current draft program calls for lease sales in 14 of the 15 planning areas in Alaska (there are a total of 26 planning areas across the country).
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