Under a port authority, Rep Kevin McCabe says the ports would operate together in the entire state’s interest.
State Government
Watch: 2024 State of the Judiciary Address
The head of Alaska’s court system is set to deliver the annual State of the Judiciary Address from the Capitol in Juneau at 11 a.m. Wednesday.
Alaska must face food stamp litigation after a year of stays, court says
In January, 10 Alaskans sued the state because they said the Department of Health failed to provide food stamps within the time frames required by federal law.
Alaska school administrators urge action on ‘crisis’ in teacher hiring and turnover
“We are struggling in the worst crisis Alaska has ever seen in terms of turnover. We can’t recruit teachers,” said Lisa Parady, who leads the Alaska Council of School Administrators.
In Bristol Bay, shock and concern follow move to nix management council for nation’s largest state park
The seven-person council was formed in 1978 and consists of representatives from nearby village and city councils, the region’s Native association and state officials to advise the government.
Alaska senator proposes more armed staff or volunteers in schools
Senate Bill 173, from Republican Sen. Shelley Hughes, received its first hearing last week and has received a tide of opposition.
A closer look at the Harvard charter school study making waves in Juneau
A new study ranks Alaska’s charter schools No. 1 in the nation. Gov. Mike Dunleavy has cited the study in calls to expand charter schools.
Alaska’s federal food stamp funding at risk, USDA letter warns
The state may lose funding if it continues to break federal rules.
Alaska Senate passes new pension program for state employees, but final approval is in question
The Alaska House of Representatives has shown little interest in considering pension bills.
Alaska Legislature takes up bill to restore pensions for public employees
The bill would move Alaska’s public employees back to a pension system, and that would be a big change from the current 401(k)-style plan.