As the legislature moves beyond Day 90 of the legislative session, the state’s budget is slowly coming into focus, a disaster declaration extension appears headed towards passage, and vaccination opportunities abound.
Good Friday afternoon! It looks like spring has finally arrived in the Capital City. We are getting our first few days of sun and are finally seeing some warmer temperatures.
As we approach the 90th day of the legislative session, I wanted to give an update on legislation that has passed the House so far this year.
Great news: The Dunleavy Administration has cancelled a proposal to close six DMVs which was proposed by the former Department of Administration Commissioner.
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.
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.
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.
This week, Alaskans have an opportunity testify about the operating budget in the House Finance Committee.
