The Alaska State House narrowly passed a bill that would put limits on state Medicaid payments for abortion.
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House passes minimum wage bill, as initiative sponsors cry foul
The fight over the minimum wage bill got so ugly on Sunday night, legislators joked that they preferred debating abortion.
Final vote on abortion bill delayed after divisive amendment process
The Alaska State House opened debate on a bill putting limits on state Medicaid payments for abortions on Thursday, only to shelve it and delay a final vote to Sunday.
ConocoPhillips exec: Current oil tax structure is good for Alaska
Scott Jepsen with ConocoPhillips Alaska says the oil tax cut approved by lawmakers last year improved the business climate in the state.
Microphones cut during senate hearing on oil production
The Senate Resources Chair cut off microphones when the Minority Leader attempted to explain why industry experts should be required to testify under oath.
Sponsor of Judicial Council amendment set on getting floor debate
The sponsor of an amendment to reconfigure the Judicial Council says he wants a vote on the bill, even if the outcome is not guaranteed to be favorable.
State suspends funding for new Anchorage tennis complex
The State is looking into the legality of using money earmarked for building repairs to construct a new tennis complex in Anchorage.
House strikes retirement plan, funding formula change from education bill
The Alaska House of Representative passed a sweeping education bill Monday night, but only after removing some contentious elements and adding more funding.
Senate boosts Southeast project funding
Southeast Alaska could get another $27 million from this year’s capital budget.
Izembek road issue may be headed to court
The State of Alaska may sue to set up a right-of-way through the Izembek National Wildlife Refuge.