Few benchmarks for judging oil tax changes
Oil companies operating in Alaska will enjoy lower state taxes on their production beginning next year, but what will the state get in exchange?
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Rep. Munoz reflects on 2013 legislative session
Munoz explains her initial vote against Governor Sean Parnell’s oil tax reform legislation, and says serving on the House Finance Committee was necessary to protect Southeast Alaska’s interests.
Final capital budget boosts region’s projects
Southeast representatives added dozens of projects worth about $13.5 million to the capital budget before it passed the Legislature.
Drone task force passes Legislature
The Alaska Legislature will have its own task force to tackle issues regarding drones.
No Special Session for Legislature
For the first time since 2010, the Alaska State Legislature has wrapped up in time. They approved 71 bills, a $2.2 billion capital budget, and a 737-mile in-state gasline.
Legislature Approves Tax Cut for Oil Companies
After years of fighting for it, Gov. Sean Parnell has gotten his major legislative priority through: a reduction of the state’s oil tax rate.
Oil tax reduction clears legislature on final day
A multi-billion dollar oil tax cut has passed the Alaska Legislature. Senate Bill 21 was approved by the House early Sunday morning then in the … more
Voter-ID bill still drawing opposition
A bill adding new voter identification requirements could go to the full House before the Legislature adjourns Sunday.
Measure Changing School District Health Plans Speeding Through Legislature
Right now, school districts negotiate their own health insurance plans. This bill would change that by allowing a state commissioner to select a plan for all districts
Alaska Senate Passes “Stand Your Ground” Law
Alaska is set to put a “Stand Your Ground” law on the books.
