The nomination of Anchorage resident Abe Williams failed in an 18 to 41 vote during a joint session.
Andrew Kitchenman
State Government Reporter, Alaska Public Media & KTOO
State government plays an outsized role in the life of Alaskans. As the state continues to go through the painful process of deciding what its priorities are, I bring Alaskans to the scene of a government in transition.
Alaska House passes budget, leaving potential gap from federal relief rules
It appears that Alaska will receive roughly $200 million less in COVID relief this year than House members planned.
Winfree selected to be first Alaska-born chief justice of state Supreme Court
Winfree’s term starts on July 1, succeeding Chief Justice Joel Bolger.
Alaska Native veterans of Vietnam War, heirs would receive state land under Gov. Dunleavy proposal
Dunleavy said many veterans or their heirs would be able to receive land that’s closer to their homes than they would receive under a delayed federal program.
US Sen. Sullivan tells lawmakers that Biden decisions harm Alaska economy, asks for help with large oil project
Sullivan says decisions made by the Trump administration that benefit Alaska are under attack.
Alaska House puts off final debate on state budget after testy Sunday floor session
House Speaker Louise Stutes deferred action on the budget on Sunday, after minority-caucus Republicans protested not having dozens of their amendments heard.