3 things to watch for in the Alaska Legislature this week
The Alaska Legislature will be back in full swing this week, after a break last week that allowed some legislators to attend an energy conference in Washington, D.C., or spend a few days back home.
Lawmakers meet with lobbyists in DC
While the legislature debates whether to cut taxes on oil companies, state lawmakers were in Washington, D.C last week– meeting with oil and gas lobbyists.
Lawmakers remember first session, accomplishments and failures of last 100 years
One hundred years ago this week, the first territorial legislature gathered in Juneau’s Elks Hall.
Alaska politicians, lobbyists and aides have a band called ‘Spank the Dog
Around this time of year, Juneau is known for the bustle of the legislative session — the committee hearings, the press conferences, and the many, many floor speeches. But after hours, some members of the capital gang can be found making noise of a different variety.
Begich stands by voting access comments
Alaska Senator Mark Begich is standing by statements he made about voting access in Alaska after a state official criticized those remarks.
Dunleavy lays out case for amendment
An Alaska senator who has proposed a constitutional change that could impact education says he does not support direct funding for religious or private schools.
Otter-bounty bill faces opposition
Legislation proposing sea-otter bounties will get its first hearing next week. It’s already drawing opposition from environmental groups and the federal marine mammal protection agency.
Committee hears testimony on budget cuts
Opposition has been especially vocal when it comes to an $8.4 million reduction in behavioral health funding.
House trims Parnell’s budget
Lawmakers in the House of Representatives have trimmed Gov. Sean Parnell’s operating budget by two percent.
