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Alaska Legislature fails to override vetoes of school bond reimbursement, ferries
The vote of 37-20 fell short of the 45 votes needed.
Alaska Legislature to vote on whether to override Dunleavy’s school bond, ferry vetoes
The Alaska Legislature plans to meet in a joint session at 10:30 a.m. on Friday.
Budget scenarios include ‘balanced approach’ that draws interest
The scenario draws on a combination of fixes. And it’s catching the attention of people who shape and analyze the budget — even as they remain skeptical.
While Dunleavy’s budget proposal adds up to the same amount as this year’s budget, the details differ
In comparing Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s proposed budget to the current budget, there are some significant differences — both in reductions and increases.
Dunleavy’s second budget may have similarities with his first
The scale of the gap between what the state spends and what it brings in is similar to last year — roughly $1.5 billion.
Alaska state government forecasts lower revenue for this year and next
The Alaska Department of Revenue forecasts $187.3 million less in state revenue this year than it did in the spring. The department released the forecast on Friday.
Recall Dunleavy lays out response to rejection
In a motion filed with Anchorage Superior Court, Recall Dunleavy responded to the arguments Alaska Attorney General Kevin Clarkson made when he opposed the application.
Judge rules funding schools a year ahead is valid, dealing defeat to Dunleavy
Juneau Superior Court Judge Daniel Schally ruled that Gov. Mike Dunleavy and the commissioners of education and administration “violated their duty to faithfully execute the law” by not executing the appropriation.
Budget cuts rely on Medicaid savings that will be difficult to achieve
Once a state makes someone eligible for Medicaid, they’re entitled to receive health care — and their provider is entitled to be paid.