“No one has a slam dunk on this,” said Anchorage Republican Rep. Jennifer Johnston. “The governor’s budget is the start. It’s not the finish.”
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Update: More money for the Alaska Marine Highway
State House budget-writers have restored much of the ferry system cut proposed by the governor for the next fiscal year. They money could expand Fairweather sailings.
House subcommittees cut state operating budget deeper
Health and Social Services was the department that received the deepest cuts. They include eliminating $5.18 million in cash assistance to seniors, and $3 million in behavioral health grants.
So far, no more ferry system cuts
The Alaska Marine Highway System made it through one step in the legislative budget process without further cuts. But those could come later.
Bill to seize federal land in Alaska nears vote on state house floor
House Speaker Mike Chenault introduced the bill after President Barack Obama announced his intention to permanently ban drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.