The state may lose funding if it continues to break federal rules.
State Government
Alaska Senate passes new pension program for state employees, but final approval is in question
The Alaska House of Representatives has shown little interest in considering pension bills.
Alaska Legislature takes up bill to restore pensions for public employees
The bill would move Alaska’s public employees back to a pension system, and that would be a big change from the current 401(k)-style plan.
Gov. Dunleavy’s State of the State addresses resource development, education
In Tuesday’s address, he pushed to expand Alaska’s public charter schools.
Protestors rally at the Alaska State Capitol for more school funding
Senate leaders said Tuesday they are in negotiations with their House counterparts on a pending education bill.
WATCH: Gov. Mike Dunleavy delivers State of the State address
This was Dunleavy’s sixth State of the State address.
Juneau considers moving all city staff to Alaska Permanent Fund building
The city has been looking for new office space since this fall, when voters rejected the city’s request to fund a new City Hall through a $27 million bond.
High job vacancies in Alaska state agencies can reduce services and lead to burnout
An average of about 14% of Alaska state jobs are unfilled.
Dunleavy’s State of the State rescheduled for Tuesday as high winds keep flights out of Juneau
Wet, windy weather in Juneau on Monday led to flight delays, with a morning Alaska Airlines flight returning to Anchorage after failing to land.
Bill backed by Southeast communities would tighten hunting and fishing residency requirements
The deputy director of Alaska Wildlife Troopers said current residency requirements make it difficult to prosecute people suspected of illegally obtaining resident licenses.