Juneau residents on Thursday weighed in for and against a $35 million appropriation for the Juneau Access project in Gov. Sean Parnell’s proposed capital budget.
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Legislature’s exit time could shift initiative scheduling
Unusual circumstances and odd timing could knock all but one of the citizen measures to the November general election, if the Legislature gavels out late.
Tribal judge: Bill to improve village public safety doesn’t go far enough
The U.S. Senate Indian Affairs Committee today looked at a raft of bills aimed at improving the safety of Native American communities.
Gov. Parnell Asking For Investigation National Guard Sexual Assaults
Governor Parnell is asking the federal National Guard Bureau to investigate cases of sexual assault in Alaska’s National Guard.
As public testimony floods in, permitting bill’s future uncertain
Opposition has come out strong and fast, key senators are on the fence, and movement on the controversial permitting bill has stalled.
Parnell: Gas line should help coastal communities
Gov. Sean Parnell wants to get natural gas to Alaska’s coastal communities. He says a gas line and LNG plant could benefit more than the Railbelt.
Californian pulls name from board consideration
The decision came before a legislative hearing where the nominee was expected to be questioned on his residency status, his tax records, and his ties to the oil industry.
Low income Alaskans fall through Medicaid “donut hole”
Nearly 30,000 Alaskans are left without options when it comes to health insurance.
Labor language reinserted in gasline bill
The latest version of a bill advancing a natural gas mega-project restores language concerning collective bargaining.
Controversial permitting bill back for consideration
House Bill 77 has been sent back to the Senate Resources Committee, and it’s scheduled for hearings on Monday and Wednesday.