I’ve heard over and over from people in our neighborhood in support of a balanced budget that protects core services and our Permanent Fund savings. Now I want to make sure all legislators hear your voice as the state’s fiscal plan working group takes public testimony.
This Thursday, July 29th, from 6:00pm – 9:00pm the Comprehensive Fiscal Plan Working Group will be taking public testimony at the Anchorage Legislative Office Building
As we prepare to return to Juneau for a third special session in August, please continue to let us know the questions, concerns, and priorities for you and your family
Yesterday, Governor Dunleavy signed House Bill 36, legislation sponsored by my office that modernizes the state law and incorporates reasonable standards for obtaining…
Last week, the governor eliminated the Permanent Fund dividend and announced a series of line-item vetoes to the compromise budget that create uncertainty at a time when our economy and communities are recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic.
As you’ve likely seen, Governor Dunleavy announced his annual budget vetoes yesterday. He chose to cut the entirety of the PFD, and, as in past years, cut dozens of other programs upon which everyday Alaskans rely.
The conference committee closed out on Sunday, June 13th; day 25 of the special session. On the sixth day of the second special session, the House passed the effective date clause for the budget, allowing it to take effect tomorrow, July 1st
On Monday, the House finally approved a budget that avoids a government shutdown and protects the essential services Alaskans rely on.
