Instead of Negro, Oriental, Eskimo and Aleut, certain laws will now refer to African Americans, Asian Americans and Alaska Natives.
Politics
Lawmakers pan governor’s tax proposals
“Did you think that ganging together seven different taxes would make it more likely or less likely that any would pass?” asked Eagle River Republican Rep. Dan Saddler.
A Guide To The Many Conspiracy Theories Donald Trump Has Embraced
They run the gamut from the JFK assassination to Vince Foster’s death to, of course, Barack Obama’s birth certificate.
Alaska Legislature convenes for special session
Lawmakers now have 30 days to try to do what they couldn’t in the past four months: Agree on a budget and make progress on closing the state’s $4 billion deficit.
Oklahoma Governor Vetoes Bill That Would Make Performing Abortion A Felony
Mary Fallin’s office released a statement, touting her anti-abortion credentials but saying the bill was “vague and would not withstand a criminal constitutional legal challenge.”
‘I Will Never Let You Down,’ Trump Tells National Rifle Association
The NRA endorsed Donald Trump at its annual conference, where the candidate made remarks. “The Second Amendment is on the ballot this November,” he said.
Oklahoma Lawmakers Pass Bill That Makes Performing An Abortion A Felony
The sweeping, first-of-its-kind bill will now be sent to Oklahoma’s governor, who has not indicated whether she plans to sign it. If she does, an abortion rights group plans to sue.
Sanders Campaign Now Embraces Superdelegates As Key To Nomination
In a sharp contrast to earlier in the campaign, the Sanders team now hopes superdelegates will see him as the better Democratic candidate and support him ahead of the convention.
Governor calls special session after legislature fails to pass budget
A minute past midnight, Walker called for legislators to return to Juneau on Monday.
House slides $19M toward unpopular road with no long-term plan
Proponents say the road extension will save lives by improving access to hospitals, but local community councils fiercely oppose it.