A spokesperson for Gov. Dunleavy said that the administration is still taking applications for the vacant seat on the Alaska Board of Fisheries.
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Alaska Legislature rejects Dunleavy nominee to Board of Fish
The nomination of Anchorage resident Abe Williams failed in an 18 to 41 vote during a joint session.
Board of Fish nominees get chilly reception from commercial, subsistence groups
The timing of two of the appointments — along with the COVID-19 emergency — makes it possible that the appointees could set policy for Alaska’s commercial, sport and subsistence fisheries without first being confirmed by lawmakers.
Judge dismisses Pebble-funded lawsuit against BBRSDA
A Superior Court judge has dismissed a Pebble-backed lawsuit against Bristol Bay’s regional seafood development association.
Pebble backs lawsuit to halt Bristol Bay seafood association’s funding for anti-mine groups
Six Bristol Bay commercial fishermen are suing a regional seafood association they belong to over contracts it made with groups that advocate against the proposed Pebble Mine.