March 15, 2013

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Rep. Kerttula’s Juneau Newsletter: Budget Cuts in Critical Programs

March 15, 2013

Cuts Target Programs that Most Benefit Our Economy

There are certain milestones that mark the passage of the legislative session. Passing the Operating Budget over to the Senate is one of those milestones. Yesterday, I voted against passage of the budget because I felt that the cuts imposed by the majority-led subcommittees cut some of the most critical programs that provide great benefit to our economy.

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NEWS: Frankenfish Resolution Passes from Senate Resources Committee

March 15, 2013

Juneau – Today, House Joint Resolution 5 passed out of the Senate Resources Committee after hearing public testimony.

The resolution was introduced by Representative Geran Tarr (D-Anchorage) at the beginning of the session. The resolution now has 27 co-sponsors in the House and six co-sponsors in the Senate.

Rep. Kawasaki’s Juneau Note: Big Budget Lacks Direction

March 15, 2013

Dear Neighbors,

The Operating Budget was on the House Floor this week after rigorous debate before the full body and in the House Finance committee. It passed without my vote. The House Majority chose to leave money on the table that provides real meaningful investments in Alaska: investments in her people.

Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: An Exciting Month!

March 15, 2013

The Gardens are Opening!

Winter is waning, spring is creeping in, and the Gardens at Bragaw are opening! The Anchorage Community Land Trust announced the opening of a new community garden this year. The garden is on Bragaw between 4th Ave and the Glenn Highway. Registration for Garden plots will take place on March 30th and April 6th at the Mountain View Library from 11 AM to 1 PM. I can’t wait to see you all in the garden this summer! If you have any questions, call the Anchorage Community Land Trust at 748-5848.

NEWS: Wildlife Management Package Supports Broadened Strategies for Game Management and Tourism

March 15, 2013

JUNEAU – Today, Representative Andy Josephson (D-Anchorage) introduced three bills designed to broaden Alaska’s game management goals and strategies. This legislation acknowledges the value of wildlife to all Alaskans and the wide range of uses of game, as well as the importance of wildlife to the tourism industry.

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