Teenagers from across the state were in Juneau this week, pushing lawmakers to adopt legislation that promotes local food production and provides better food security for Alaskans. The Alaska Youth for Environmental Action also handed out the group’s annual “Legislators of the Year” awards Thursday at a barbecue across the street from the Capitol building.…
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House votes to block federal gun control regulations
The Alaska House of Representatives passed a bill yesterday that would make it a felony for federal agents to enforce new gun control measures within the state.
Alaska House passes resolution opposing “Frankenfish”
The Alaska House of Representatives has come out against genetically engineered salmon, or as critics call it, “Frankenfish.”
Cruise ship wastewater discharge deregulation moves in Alaska House and Senate
Legislation sponsored by the Parnell administration to relax the state’s cruise ship wastewater discharge rules has now cleared both the House and Senate Resources Committees.
Right to life rally protests Roe v. Wade’s anniversary
In Juneau, a rally was held in front of the Capitol to protest the ruling, but inside the building, it’s not yet clear how much time the legislature will spend considering anti-abortion bills.




