Today is the 25th day of the legislative session, and things have already been moving at a fast pace. Discussions of this year’s operating budget have dominated our committee and subcommittee meetings here in the Capitol, and there is broad agreement that the instability of last year is not something we want to see repeated. Luckily, hard work was done over the fall and winter months to build awareness and find possible solutions to the structural obstacles facing our state.
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House District 38 E-Newsletter
Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you spend the day with your significant other or in the great company of several loved ones, may this day offer you a moment to pause and appreciate the wonderful people in your life.
Governor’s Supplemental Budget is Released
Last week, the Governor published his fiscal year 2020 Supplemental Budget. The $262.5 million dollar supplemental budget primarily addresses gaps in funding, such as this year’s costly wildfire season and Medicaid expenses that surpassed the administration’s FY2020 expectations. Below is a breakdown of increments requested by the Governor:
Start of the New Session
I have returned to Juneau for the start of the Legislative Session and important business is already under way. I want to keep the members of House District 30 involved and informed about goals and what I hope to accomplish during this session.
Straight Talk with Sara Hannan
My work continues at a busy pace this session. In addition to my co-chair position on the House Community & Regional Affairs Committee and seats on the Resources and Labor & Commerce Committees, I also serve on six budget subcommittees for the Departments of Labor, Commerce, Corrections, Public Safety, Environmental Conservation, and Revenue.
Josephson’s Journal 2/10/20
Last Friday, I introduced HB 242, which aims to improve the Alaska Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (AK PDMP) and to help doctors and other medical providers improve prescribing practices for controlled substances.
Rep. Bryce Edgmon’s News from the Legislature
It’s hard to believe it is already the 18th Legislative Day. Three weeks in and the pace in the Capitol is picking up quickly. Find some items below that I think you might be interested in and an “on deck” list of things for the week ahead.
Rep. Tuck’s Community Connection: Working on a Budget that Fits Alaska’s Needs
As the third workweek of the 2020 legislative session comes to a close, I wanted to give you an update on what I’ve been working on and what to expect next week.