Juneau Rep. Sara Hannan says her bill aims to increase police transparency and communication in Alaska.
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New bill aims to bring stability to Alaska school districts’ budgeting process
Rep. Andi Story’s bill would stabilize school districts’ budgeting process by changing what data is used for funding calculations.
Juneau lawmakers discuss state budget woes, education funding at town hall
The first session of the 34th Alaska Legislature wrapped up in May. Juneau’s three Democratic state lawmakers met with constituents downtown on Monday to debrief.
Alaska’s education department wants to further limit local funding for schools. A new bill may prevent that.
A bill from Juneau Rep. Andi Story proposed would make it state law that local funding for non-instructional services doesn’t count when the state calculates local contributions to school districts.
Pilot program for tribally-run schools on hold as Alaska lawmakers set aside bill
Some legislators say they want to hear from affected school districts before passing the bill that would fund a pilot program for tribally-run public schools.
Bill to create tribally-run public schools progresses through Alaska Legislature
The bill would create and fund a pilot program for five tribally-run public schools in the state, but it still has a long way to go before becoming law.
Bill proposes $24K in student debt relief for ex-Alaskans who return to teach or work for the state
Rep. Andi Story said it’s an effort to address the state’s struggle to hire key employees and stem the tide of outmigration.
Juneau preschoolers continue Valentine’s Day tradition with love notes for lawmakers
Local preschoolers make valentines for state legislators each year, reminding them to “have a heart” for kids during the session.
Juneau voters favored Peltola in this election — even the ones that voted for Trump
Though voters in the capital city were split on who should be president, there’s little question about who they wanted in the U.S. House seat.
Juneau’s legislative delegation wins reelection — not that it’s any surprise
The three incumbents representing Juneau in the Alaska Legislature ran unopposed this year.