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Our coalition’s founding principle is that the Permanent Fund belongs as much to future generations as it does to Alaskans today
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Proposal aims to improve Alaska education by addressing school climate, connectedness
JUNEAU – Today, Representative Geran Tarr (D-Anchorage) introduced a bill that would improve Alaska’s public education system by recognizing that student achievement improves when school climate and school connectedness improve.
Cemetery at WWII interment site protected in bill that passed House
JUNEAU – The House of Representatives today passed a bill to protect a cemetery in Southeast Alaska where Unangax people, taken from their homes on the Pribilof Islands during World War Two, were placed in an internment camp.
New proposal would protect billions of dollars in the Permanent Fund
JUNEAU – Today, a bill was introduced to protect Alaska's limited resources by placing billions of dollars into the principal of the Permanent Fund so it cannot be spent down to subsidize large budget deficits.
Bill supporting Alaska’s aquaculture sector passes House of Representatives
JUNEAU – The House of Representatives unanimously passed House Bill 115 today, a proposal that would remove a layer of bureaucracy from aquatic farmers and reduce administrative overhead.
Another season without tourism in Southeast Alaska is simply not an option
JUNEAU – The House of Representatives today passed Senate Joint Resolution 9, urging the federal government to get out of the way and allow cruise ships to visit Alaska this summer.
House passes disaster declaration extension that will help Alaska move on from COVID-19
JUNEAU – The House of Representatives today passed legislation to provide the State of Alaska with immediate access to every tool necessary to end the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lawmakers recognize Equal Pay Day, highlight bills promoting pay equity
JUNEAU – Today, during a floor session of the House of Representatives, lawmakers recognized March 24, 2021, as Equal Pay Day and promoted important legislation aimed at closing the gender pay gap.
Alaska House proclaims March 2021 as Brain Injury Awareness Month
JUNEAU - Today, the Alaska House of Representatives voted unanimously for a resolution proclaiming March of 2021 as Brain Injury Awareness Month in Alaska.
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Representative Edgmon’s April 9th Newsletter
I can certainly say time has been flying at the Capitol, as I write this to you on the 81st day of the legislative session.
Before breaking into this week's issues, I would like to remind you of your chance to call in tomorrow to testify on the operating budget for FY22.
Public Testimony on Budget and Other Updates
Now that budget subcommittees are closed out, the House Finance Committee is opening public testimony on the operating budget. We would love for you to call in and provide feedback.
Inside Eastside Bills and Budgets
Since our last newsletter, budget subcommittees have wrapped up. The next step is for the house finance committee to review the state budget and pass it out of committee for full review.
Alaska Matters: Operating Budget Public Testimony TOMORROW
This week, Alaskans have an opportunity testify about the operating budget in the House Finance Committee.
Public Testimony on FY22 Operating Budget
This week the House Finance Committee has been reviewing the subcommittee recommendations to the Governor’s Amended Budget Allocation for FY22.
Budget Public Testimony 2021
Eagle River's time slots to testify are Friday between 1:30 and 3:30pm, and Saturday between 10am and 2pm.
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