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NEWS: “Laptops For Foster Youth” Drive: Help Bring In A New Year of Success For Alaska’s 3,000+ Foster Youth

December 27, 2017

Anchorage – Representative Les Gara (D-Anchorage) and Facing Foster Care in Alaska founder Amanda Metivier are launching their holiday drive to bring more laptops to foster youth so they can succeed in school and life. Rep. Gara and Metivier, both former foster youth, founded the Laptops for Foster Youth effort at the suggestion of many youth who faced barriers to success, including the lack of computers and internet access needed for schoolwork.

NEWS: Rep. Tarr and Sen. Begich Host Community Forum on Restorative Justice

November 29, 2017

Anchorage – Alaska’s current crime rate and recent legislative session to address criminal justice reform have both underscored Alaska’s pressing need for creative solutions to achieve justice in our communities and reduce incarceration.

Rep. LeDoux’s September 14th Newsletter: Quick reminder: Spirit of Muldoon Picnic; Gabbing with Gabby

September 14, 2017

Just a quick reminder about the Spirit of Muldoon community picnic this Saturday, September 16th, at Creekside Park (7122 E 6th Avenue) from 1 to 4 p.m. This will be a great chance to catch-up with our friends and neighbors, and to celebrate our great community of Muldoon! There will be food, games, prizes, and much more!

NEWS: Legislation to Improve Foster Care System and Implement Caseload Standards Passes the Alaska House of Representatives

May 17, 2017

Juneau – Today, the Alaska House of Representatives passed comprehensive legislation sponsored by Representative Les Gara (D-Anchorage) to improve Alaska’s foster care system. House Bill 151 establishes new training and workload standards for case workers in the Office of Children’s Services. Lower caseload levels are widely recognized to lead to better outcomes for children and families. HB 151 has broad support from children’s advocacy groups and adopts national best practice standards.

Speaker Edgmon’s April 28th Newsletter: Our Personal Investment in Our Communities, Our State, and Alaska’s Next Generation

April 28, 2017

On Tuesday evening the Senate Labor & Commerce Committee took public testimony on HB 115—the Education Funding Act—and afterward much was made of the fact that a majority of the more than 100 people who called in were in favor of this tax for schools. The testimony went on until after 10:00 p.m., and many people waited hours to put their views on the record.

NEWS: House Passes Legislation to Honor Hmong and Laotian Veterans

April 27, 2017

Juneau – The Alaska House of Representatives passed legislation today to honor Hmong and Laotian soldiers who fought as allies to the United States during the Vietnam War. House Bill 125, sponsored by Representative Geran Tarr (D-Anchorage), authorizes a special designation for Hmong and Laotian veterans on state-issued IDs and driver’s licenses.

NEWS: Bill Introduced to Provide More Funds for Public Education

April 6, 2017

Juneau – Wednesday, the Alaska House of Representatives read across a bill introduced by Rep. Justin Parish (D-Juneau) to restructure the Public School Trust Fund. The restructure is expected to bring in more than $10 million annually for education by combining what are now separate accounts and utilizing a percent of market value (POMV) draw of 4.75 percent of the fund’s value.

NEWS: Superheroes: Who’s Your Alter Ego?

March 9, 2017

JUNEAU – The Alaska Young Democrats and the Canvas invite you to the 32nd annual charity fundraiser, The Sham Jam, on Saturday March 11th at 8:00 p.m. at the Canvas Art Studio at 223 Seward Street, Juneau.

Contact Info:
Graham Judson Press Secretary
(907) 465-5284
120 4th St, Juneau, AK 99801