House Republicans expressed skepticism over Governor Bill Walker’s plan to expand Medicaid in a hearing Monday morning.
State Government
“Justice Not Politics Alaska” fighting changes to Alaska’s judge selection process
A statewide group is fighting a proposed change in Alaska’s judge selection process pushed by a Fairbanks Senator.
Upon filing settlement legislation, Walker drops Point Thomson lawsuit
Gov. Bill Walker has introduced legislation clarifying the powers of the attorney general when settling litigation related to Alaska’s oil and gas resources.
House passes Arctic policy bill
The bill lays out the state’s values concerning the Arctic, and provides a general sense of direction for how lawmakers would like to see it developed.
ABC Board discusses problems in marijuana regulation
Alaska’s Alcoholic Beverage Control Board director has given recommendations on how to improve the rollout of marijuana regulation in the coming months.
Ketchikan opposes state’s motion for a stay
The state has filed for a stay with the Alaska Supreme Court pending the state’s appeal of a lower court ruling in the borough’s lawsuit challenging the required local contribution for public education.
Child sex abuse survivor wants to shatter the silence with Erin’s Law
“I’m not just speaking on my own behalf. I’m speaking for tens of thousands of Alaska children. And what I’m saying is, ‘Help us,'” said David Holthouse.
In rare appearance before legislature, Walker announces plans for Point Thomson lawsuit
The last time a sitting governor spoke directly before a committee was in 2007, when Sarah Palin testified on an ethics bill.
Haines Police faces serious shortfall in state budget
The Haines Borough Police Department and dispatch services could face a dramatic funding loss under Gov. Bill Walker’s proposed budget.
Chief Justice stresses need for rural presence
Chief Justice Dana Fabe made the case for preserving the judicial branch’s funding in her annual speech to the Legislature on Wednesday.