Gov. Bill Walker asked lawmakers to consider a bill changing oil and gas taxes shortly after the budget vote, but they still decided to leave.
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.
PFD cut affects some Alaskans more than others
Kusilvak area residents say families rely on the PFD so they can purchase the big-ticket items.
Walker signs Alaska state budget day before it starts
The portion of the budget directly controlled by the Legislature includes $4.9 billion.
Senate to return to Juneau on July 10 to focus on oil and gas tax credits
The Senate majority wants to end the cash payments that oil and gas companies receive for tax credits, while the House wants to see companies pay more taxes.
Hughes leaves Senate majority over budget
For the second time this year, a Republican from Matanuska-Susitna Borough left the state Senate majority caucus.
After passing budget, Alaska Legislature takes break
The Legislature hasn’t addressed the capital budget, or other important issues facing the state’s future.
Legislature passes budget compromise to avert shutdown
It sets permanent fund dividends at $1,100. The Legislature didn’t pass a plan to balance budgets in the future.
State eyes Alaska Permanent Fund earnings draw without plan
The approach is raising concerns with the fund’s leader and a bond-rating firm.
Sharp comments reflect bad feelings as Legislature starts 2nd special session
House majority’s handling of budget debate compared to Pearl Harbor attack, tyranny and Jim Crow laws.
Walker narrows Legislature’s focus to the budget
The second special session has only one item, but governor wants lawmakers to address other issues later.