The bill originally passed the Senate unanimously and by a 30-10 vote in the House.
Economy
State signs $28.5M contract to advance new ferry terminal over objections from Marine Highway board
Members of a board created by Gov. Mike Dunleavy said they were “being ignored” by transportation officials.
Losses mount for timber companies in Alaska amid China’s import ban
China’s ban on U.S. log imports has had sweeping effects on companies that harvest logs in Alaska and ship them overseas.
A seasonal sales tax question will be on Juneau’s October ballot
The change is meant to capitalize on the 1.7 million cruise ship visitors that come to town each summer.
In Haines, child care and housing shortages are forcing some younger residents to leave
Haines’ mayor says the results of a survey for residents 40 and under highlight problems that could have major implications for the town’s future.
Trump’s EPA reaffirms Biden-era Pebble Mine veto
The Environmental Protection Agency is sticking with its veto of the proposed Pebble Mine project in southwest Alaska.