Called the Fisheries Science Modernization Act, the bill would set up a system for the use of environmental DNA, known as eDNA, in fishery management.
Federal Government
Murkowski says she’ll vote no on Blanche, but his confirmation remains on track
Sen. Lisa Murkowski cited a string of objections to President Trump’s nominee for attorney general. Hours later, another key GOP senator said he’ll vote yes.
Army Corps teases glacial outburst flood solution announcement as next flood looms
Officials say to expect a request for proposals, or RFP, this month that will solicit innovative solutions to drain Suicide Basin.
Eyes on Alaska’s Murkowski as confirmation vote nears for Trump attorney general pick
Murkowski’s vote could be pivotal, but she rebuffed all questions about how she’ll vote as a pack of reporters pursued her through the Senate Wednesday.
New Amalga gold mine in Juneau secures fast federal permitting process
The proposed mine is drawing scrutiny from some Juneau residents who say it could turn “out the road” into an industrial zone.
Federal agents detain a fifth Juneau man for immigration purposes
This is the sixth person held at Lemon Creek under a federal custody hold for immigration purposes since October.