The state of Alaska is planning to send members of its National Guard south to the Mexican border, responding to an order from the federal… Continue reading
In his sixth annual State of the State address, Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy promoted development projects, called on state lawmakers to advance his legislative priorities… Continue reading
The Alaska House of Representatives has shown little interest in considering pension bills
It rained and blew Monday on the Capitol steps in Juneau, but dozens of education supporters turned out to rally for a permanent increase to… Continue reading
An average of about 14% of Alaska state jobs are unfilled
Flights carrying commissioners, guests for speech unable to arrive in Juneau in time
The number of legal conflicts between the state of Alaska and America’s federal government has risen significantly over the past decade, according to a review… Continue reading
Governor says he will veto a standalone education funding increase unless other items are included.
Long-debated proposal would replace 401(k)-style system; House leaders raise questions about cost.
Flag hoisted in recent days part of national movement, partly in response to Pride and other flags
As the Alaska Legislature convenes in Juneau, the state population is on the minds of lawmakers. For the 11th consecutive year, more people moved out… Continue reading
Order ends all existing terms that day; takes away legislative leaders’ appointing of four seats.
2019 plan by Dunleavy required employees to regularly reaffirm their membership
State: 260 online forms in first 10 days take average of 20 minutes, compared to an hour for paper.
It’s one of multiple cases where the Dunleavy administration is clashing with the federal government.
Bulletin details adverse childhood experiences that are known to lead to poor health outcomes.
Free IDs for released prisoners, lifetime trapping licenses for disabled vets also start in 2024.
Republican Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s administration has missed a legal deadline to expand Alaska’s public spending database to some of its most heavily scrutinized state corporations,… Continue reading
Legislators say executive branch violated separation of powers with unauthorized spending.
Southeast items include $9.5M to replace patrol vessel, $1.5M to thin “overly dense young forests.”
