May 3, 2018

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House Votes to Put Alaskans Back to Work by Clearing Oil Tax Credit Backlog

May 3, 2018

Juneau – Today, the Alaska House of Representatives passed legislation proposed by Governor Bill Walker to issue bond debt to pay off the more than $800 million balance the state owes for oil and gas tax credits. House Bill 331 would discount the tax credit payments to more than cover the additional cost to the state of interest on the bond debt, which the state will then pay down over the next decade. In this manner, companies owed credits receive cash they can reinvest in additional development today while keeping the measure revenue neutral or revenue positive for the State of Alaska.

Legislation Passes to Encourage Alaska’s Farm-to-Table Economy

May 3, 2018

Juneau – Today, the Alaska Legislature passed a bill to increase economic opportunities for Alaska farmers, fishermen and the farm-to-table economy. House Bill 217, sponsored by Representative Geran Tarr (D-Anchorage), encourages the State of Alaska, school districts, and municipalities to buy more “Alaska Grown” products. The bill also encourages the growing practice of farm touring and allows receipt authority for the Alaska Division of Agriculture to sell products with the Alaska Grown logo in support of Alaska farmers.

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Extended Four Years by the Alaska Legislature

May 3, 2018

Juneau – Today, the Alaska Legislature unanimously approved a bill to extend the board that oversees the production, sale, and consumption of alcohol in Alaska. House Bill 299 extends the sunset date for the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (ABC) to June 30, 2022.

Alaska House Passes Invasive Species Control Measure

May 3, 2018

Juneau – The Alaska Legislature passed House Bill 177, legislation introduced by Representative Geran Tarr (D-Anchorage) to help the State respond to aquatic invasive species. Invasive plant and fish species are a threat to local ecosystems, commercially important endemic species (like salmon), and accessibility.

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