Lawmaker estimates amendment will cost $60 million
A Democratic state lawmaker estimates a proposed constitutional amendment could cost the state around $60 million a year.
Herron expresses frustration over amendment debate
Rep. Bob Herron took to the House floor to call for a full vetting of a proposed constitutional amendment that could have a big impact on Alaska’s education system.
3 things to watch for in the Alaska Legislature this week
The Alaska Legislature will hit its halfway point this week, and an abortion bill, school vouchers and budget closeouts are among the highlights this week.
Vic Fischer testifies on education voucher program
Vic Fischer appeared before the House education committee on Friday to oppose a resolution that could allow for public funding of religious schools through vouchers.
Senate panel moves bill for UA facilities
A bill that would provide funding to complete University of Alaska engineering buildings is moving forward.
School budget committee begins the priority process
The Juneau School District’s budget committee wants a nurse in every building for the next school year.
The district cut two nursing positions in this … more
Stevens to hold hearings on vouchers
The chairman of the Senate Education Committee is speaking out on last week’s decision to pull from his committee a proposed constitutional amendment that would let public money be used for private schools.
Legislators considering school voucher program
Some legislators are trying to bring vouchers to Alaska. The push for directing state funding to private schools has more momentum than its had in the past.
House passes bill requiring performance reviews
The Alaska House has unanimously passed a bill that calls for audits and performance reviews of state agencies.
Alaskans celebrate Elizabeth Peratrovich Day
Alaskans marked Elizabeth Peratrovich Day on Saturday, in honor of the Tlingit woman whose testimony to the territorial legislature helped pass an Anti-Discrimination Act in … more
