Overall, the Senate’s capital budget is comparable to the one passed last year. But the portion of that spending plan funded with money state lawmakers’ readily control is very small, historically speaking.
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Bill to bar ‘abortion providers’ from schools passes Alaska Senate
What’s drawn more controversy is that the measure would bar schools from using educational material from any “abortion services provider.” That includes Planned Parenthood, which says it currently provides education to over 2,000 Alaskan children.
Sen. Meyer: Savings can mitigate budget overhaul impacts
The Majority Caucus in the State Senate has one priority this year: restoring fiscal stability to Alaska.
Alaska film tax credit draws spirited debate as lawmakers tackle subsidies
The state Senate voted to dismantle the program, even as other tax credits are being considered.
Alaska Senate delays vote on pot legislation
The Alaska Senate has delayed a vote on its signature marijuana bill after saying they need more time to consider an amendment that would largely ban concentrates.
Walker leads Choose Respect rally as senators cut funding
Gov. Bill Walker on Thursday led a Choose Respect rally to end domestic violence and sexual assault in Alaska. Hours later a Senate subcommittee zeroed out the state funding that supports the program.
Where Juneau’s lawmakers landed in the new Alaska Legislature organization
Republican Rep. Cathy Muñoz opted not to seek a leadership position in the Alaska House Majority, while Sen. Dennis Egan will caucus with fellow Democrats.
Coghill proposes change to Alaska Native languages bill
Sen. John Coghill, R-North Pole, wants to create a new section in state statute for ceremonial languages
Alaska House sends Native languages bill to Senate
The Senate State Affairs Committee is scheduled to hear House Bill 216 on Thursday
Alaska Native languages bill clears final House committee
A bill symbolically making 20 Alaska Native languages official state languages is heading to the House floor for a vote.