First off, I want to wish everyone a Happy Easter! Secondly, the agenda for this e-news is: an update on fisheries bills, followed by some Kodiak and Yakutat student artwork, and finally an update on budget issues.
As you can imagine, late-session events in Juneau are in full swing, and Iām afraid this weekās newsletter has to be brief. As I noted last week, the magnitude of the work we still need to accomplish this year will keep the Legislature in Juneau beyond the statutory 90-day limit that falls this Sunday. What we hope to achieve this session will create a major turning point in our young stateās history and, hopefully, put us on an upward trajectory for decades to come.
Greetings from Juneau this 77th day of session. Our coalition remains committed to working toward a fiscal solution that is fair and balanced for all Alaskans, is sustainable over time, and addresses the whole deficit. The finance committee put in many hours this week working on HB 115, the State Revenue Restructuring Act. Thank you to everyone who participated in the second round of public testimony. It is clear that many Alaskans have put time and energy into understanding the issues and solutions facing our state. The work continues today and tomorrow as we address technical and policy amendments.
Indigenous Peopleās Day – Previously, HB 78 Indigenous Peoples Day passed out of the House Community & Regional Affairs and then the House floor by a vote of 31-7. The bill was then introduced to the Senate for the first reading and referred to the Community & Regional Affairs and State Affairs committees. HB 78 passed quickly through its first committee of referral in the Senate and was heard and held this week in State Affairs.
Hello friends and neighbors in Juneau and across Alaska! I want to start off by thanking everyone who came to my constituent meeting last Sunday. We had a productive discussion, and I got to hear from some truly passionate and caring people. I appreciate your involvement greatly. This is what true democracy looks like – you have helped me represent you.
Things are moving fast in Juneau and addressing Alaskaās fiscal gap is our top priority. As session moves on, please continue to keep in touch on matters important to you and your family.Ā Iām here for you and I will listen.
Hello friends and neighbors in Juneau and across Alaska! Juneau is seeing a beautiful winter renaissance! Get out and enjoy the snow while it lasts. Spring and summer are just around the corner.
Hello friends and neighbors in Juneau and across Alaska! It looks like weāre in for a great weekend for skiing, hiking, sledding, all things outside! Make sure you get out and take advantage of the snow and sun.
