Bethel Democratic Sen. Lyman Hoffman recently visited his hometown, where he says he plans to spend some quality time after doing what he can to help fund the state’s ailing budget in his final legislative session.
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Watch Gavel Alaska coverage of Alaska Chief Justice Susan Carney’s address.
Facing opposition, Dunleavy says lawmakers should ‘take more time’ on his tax bill
Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s sales tax proposal faces sharp opposition. Now, he says he’s open to putting the tax bill on ice — but asking lawmakers pass the rest of his fiscal plan.
Alaska legislators say governor’s fiscal plan is likely dead after first week of hearings
Gov. Mike Dunleavy said lawmakers are mistaken if they think things will be easier under a new governor next year.
Almost 1 in 4 Alaska workers doesn’t live in the state, new report concludes
The proportion of nonresident workers in Alaska is near an all-time high, but many hold seasonal jobs and earn less annually.
Would Gov. Dunleavy’s fiscal plan solve Alaska’s long-running budget issues?
Lawmakers are scheduled to take public comment on the tax portion of Dunleavy’s plan Thursday evening.