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In this July 2018 file photo, Seine boats wait in line to set their nets at Amalga Harbor. (Kevin Gullufsen | Juneau Empire)

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Governor proposes redirecting money from fishing communities to state

Juneau could lose out on $400,000 annually.

Rep. Sara Hannan, D-Juneau. (Michael Penn | Junea Empire)

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69 bills filed in the House, Hannan files first bill

Legislators have a full plate, limited time.

Alaska’s chief justice requests funding for cybersecurity, highlights new legal tool online

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Alaska’s chief justice requests funding for cybersecurity, highlights new legal tool online

Technology is taking larger role in court system.

The Eaglecrest Ski Area lodge, seen here in 2015, is the planned site of the Old Tower Bar, which would serve beer and wine during ski season. In a unanimous vote Monday, Oct. 15, 2018, the Alcohol Control Board rejected an alcohol license for the business. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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Bill could pave way for alcohol at Eaglecrest

The ski area could have the Alaska State Fair to thank.

Rep. Sara Hannan, D-Juneau (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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Capitol Live: House committee assignments released

Live updates from inside the Capitol.

What you can expect at the Capitol this week

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What you can expect at the Capitol this week

Murkowski, Sullivan to address Legislature.

Frank Murkowski: Here’s how to fix the Alaska Marine Highway System

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Frank Murkowski: Here’s how to fix the Alaska Marine Highway System

The former Alaska governor offers some suggestions.

In this Feb. 4, 2019 file photo, former Speaker nominee Rep. Bryce Edgmon, Dillingham, right, shares a laugh with Speaker nominee Rep. David Talerico, R-Healy, as Speaker Pro Tempore Rep. Neal Foster, Nome, presides over the House. Edgmon was elected Speaker of the House on Thursday. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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A whirlwhind week at the state capitol

Looking back on the week in the Alaska Legislature.

Alaska’s radio, TV contribution on the chopping block

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Alaska’s radio, TV contribution on the chopping block

Dunleavy’s budget would cut state funding for public media.

Biggest news from the Alaska Legislature, Dunleavy administration

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Biggest news from the Alaska Legislature, Dunleavy administration

House disarray, budget concerns the talk of the town.

House fills key leadership roles

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House fills key leadership roles

House majority, minority taking shape.

Kelly Goode, right, deputy commissioner for the Department of Corrections, sits alongside DOC Administrative Services Director Sylvan Robb, center, and Office of Management and Budget Director Donna Arduin as they present to the Senate Finance Committee on Friday, Feb. 15, 2019. (Alex McCarthy | Juneau Empire)

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State examining sending inmates out of state (again) to save money

The idea is in its early stages.

Gov. Mike Dunleavy speaks with his cabinet members at the Capitol on Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Capitol Live: Dunleavy vows to send Alaska troops to border if asked

Live updates from inside the Capitol.

Senators baffled at proposed reductions to public safety departments

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Senators baffled at proposed reductions to public safety departments

Budget staff expected the criticisms.

Details emerge on proposed job cuts

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Details emerge on proposed job cuts

How many jobs would be cut in Juneau?

Experts: State could lose tens of thousands of jobs if budget proposal goes through

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Experts: State could lose tens of thousands of jobs if budget proposal goes through

The budget director says the PFD could help offset losses.

‘To hell with politics’: House speaker elected after two Republicans cross party lines

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‘To hell with politics’: House speaker elected after two Republicans cross party lines

Partisan politics be damned.

Capitol Live: House GOP tags Pruitt as minority leader

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Capitol Live: House GOP tags Pruitt as minority leader

Live updates from inside the Capitol.

Opinion: The time is now to elect a majority in the Alaska House

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Opinion: The time is now to elect a majority in the Alaska House

Valuable dollars are being wasted.

Office of Management and Budget Director Donna Arduin and members of her budget team takes time to explain Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s state budget at the Capitol on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Proposed Medicaid, health care cuts spark outrage

One health care advocate called the budget proposal “outrageous.”