Governor cites low oil prices for $122 million in total cuts to budget approved by Legislature.
School accountability, absenteeism and open enrollment among issues members will consider.
KTOO’s public service program works closely with state offices to ensure real-time coverage.
Juneau’s three Democratic state lawmakers each saw priorities advance, but wary of state’s ill fortunes.
On the 120th and last day of Alaska’s annual legislative session, the state House passed a bill that would curb high interest rates and fees… Continue reading
A look at the 33 bills that both the House and Senate passed this year, and where they stand in the process.
At least one other member of Senate’s bipartisan majority is expected to not seek reelection in 2026.
House Bill 16 and Senate Bill 64 could be part of a wave of big legislation that passes early next year.
Lawmakers speed through final votes on veto override on education funding bill, budget with $1,000 PFD.
Supporters of bill raising BSA by $700 stand together as session nears adjournment.
Senate Bill 64 passed the Senate this week, but the House doesn’t have enough time to address it, legislators said.
Lower-than-expected oil prices results in lowest inflation-adjusted dividend since payouts began in 1982.
Bill passed by 48-11 vote — eight more than needed — but same count for override not certain.
Flat funding, combined with inflation, will mean service cuts in many places across the state.
Conference committee seeks to resolve 400 differences in House, Senate budgets as session nears end.
The Alaska Senate voted to enact new rules to streamline the voting process in Alaska and expand voter access. If signed into law, the legislation… Continue reading
State’s capital budget about to pass Legislature with no projects for individual legislators’ districts.
