
Legislative Session has Begun
Last week, the 32nd Legislature was sworn in. I am now in Juneau at the Capitol building, and although I’m a little further away.
Last week, the 32nd Legislature was sworn in. I am now in Juneau at the Capitol building, and although I’m a little further away.
I hope this email finds you healthy and safe. Due to the current COVID-19 community risk level, the White Cliff Building, where my Ketchikan office is located, is closed to the public.
SITKA- Today, five members of the Alaska Legislature’s Bush Caucus sent a letter to Alaska Department of Fish and Game Commissioner Vincent-Lang requesting his advocacy for the reduction of halibut bycatch caps at next month’s North Pacific Fishery Management Council.
How do you envision the future of our Alaska Marine Highway System? The AMH Reshaping Work Group is currently taking public comment, and we need to hear from YOU! All ideas and concerns are appreciated.
In my May 28th newsletter, I stated that $100 million in CARES Act funds would be available for fisheries relief. This was the upper limit the RPL could allow the state to receive in Federal funds, however the state only received $50 million to distribute.
I hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day! Although the holiday weekend may have looked a bit different this year, what we are celebrating – the lives of those who died while serving in the United States Armed Services – has stayed the same.
Don’t forget: tomorrow morning I will be on Facebook Live at 10am, and I am hoping to hear from you! Feel free to send me questions ahead of time at Rep.Dan.Ortiz@AKLeg.gov or comment online during the live session.
I am hosting a virtual coffee hour this weekend! Join me on Facebook Live at 10am on Saturday the 25th. I’ll take questions during the conversation, but I’d also appreciate getting questions beforehand. Feel free to send me questions at Rep.Dan.Ortiz@AKLeg.gov.
Phone
Phone: 907-465-4451
Fax: 907-465-3445
Address
State Capitol Room 208
Juneau AK, 99801