Alaska Matters: Budget & Legislation Update
On Tuesday, the Senate passed House Bill 281, a bill that includes the operating budget and capital budget.
On Tuesday, the Senate passed House Bill 281, a bill that includes the operating budget and capital budget.
Reproductive freedom and access to healthcare must be protected. Monday’s leaked draft opinion from the Supreme Court brought disheartening news.
Alaska’s prosecutors need our help. Retention issues due to inadequate compensation are leading prosecutors to leave the state.
Ballots will be mailed for the Special Election for U.S. Congress next week. Information about ranked choice voting, an update on Alaska redistricting, and more is below.
On Saturday, the House passed an operating budget. House Bill 281 is a reflection of our values and takes important steps to invest in Alaska’s future and provide stability as we recover from the COVID pandemic.
Last Friday was the deadline for candidates to file to enter the race for Alaska’s Congressional seat.
Thank you to all who took the time to participate in the survey and share your thoughts. The results are below.
On Friday we lost a tireless champion for Alaska. Representative Don Young served our state spiritedly for 49 years, and this week, Alaskans are reflecting on his record of public service and the impact of his advocacy.
he Anchorage Municipal Election has started and ballots are arriving in mailboxes this week. Information about this year’s ballot and helpful tools from the Anchorage Municipal Clerk’s office are below.
This week, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski addressed the House and Senate in a joint session. She reminded us of the late Senator Ted Stevens’ wise advice: “To hell with politics. Let’s do what’s right for Alaska.”