One hundred years ago this week, the first territorial legislature gathered in Juneau’s Elks Hall.
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Alaska politicians, lobbyists and aides have a band called ‘Spank the Dog
Around this time of year, Juneau is known for the bustle of the legislative session — the committee hearings, the press conferences, and the many, many floor speeches. But after hours, some members of the capital gang can be found making noise of a different variety.
Agencies no longer need permit to use herbicides, pesticides on state lands
State agencies no longer need a Department of Environmental Conservation permit to use herbicides and pesticides on state property and rights of way.
Begich stands by voting access comments
Alaska Senator Mark Begich is standing by statements he made about voting access in Alaska after a state official criticized those remarks.
Sheffield stumps for instate gasline
Former Alaska Governor Bill Sheffield says it’s time for Alaska to build its own gas pipeline. Sheffield has been stumping the state on his own dime to promote the Alaska Stand Alone Pipeline – or ASAP. The acronym is appropriate, he says, because Alaska is on the threshold of an energy crisis and needs the…
Otter-bounty bill faces opposition
Legislation proposing sea-otter bounties will get its first hearing next week. It’s already drawing opposition from environmental groups and the federal marine mammal protection agency.
Juneau skyscaper going up
Tower crane will be used to support construction of SLAM
Committee hears testimony on budget cuts
Opposition has been especially vocal when it comes to an $8.4 million reduction in behavioral health funding.
Shuttle plans lambasted at hearing
New shuttle ferry plans were roundly criticized during a legislative hearing Tuesday, though there was some support.
House trims Parnell’s budget
Lawmakers in the House of Representatives have trimmed Gov. Sean Parnell’s operating budget by two percent.