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Power costs in rural Alaska could go up under governor’s proposed budget
‘We can’t afford to go back to annual battles for PCE.’
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Murkowski, 3 other senators push resolution to halt Trump’s border emergency
The proposal is identical to the one-sentence measure the Democratic-controlled House approved.
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Empire Exclusive: Read our full conversation with U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski
Senator says incentives need to be put in place to stop government shutdowns.
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Dunleavy removes French as oil, gas commission chair
Gov. Mike Dunleavy has fired the chair of a state commission tasked with overseeing oil and gas drilling…
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Approving budget cuts ‘unrealistic’ without more analysis, finance director says
Dunleavy defends his proposed budget.
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Budget bill language would give unprecedented power to governor’s office
Under bill, OMB Director Arduin could override Legislature’s appropriating power.
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Coast Guard dismisses 4 in Kodiak for illicit drug activity
Two people were dismissed from the main base and two from Air Station Kodiak.
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Murkowski says she’s likely to back disapproval of Trump’s emergency declaration
She’s spoken against the president’s declaration multiple times this week.
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Budget would have ‘dire impact’ on Juneau economy
The school district, university and hospital would suffer.
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How much money should be spent to combat recidivism?
Senators unhappy with progress on recidivism
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69 bills filed in the House, Hannan files first bill
Legislators have a full plate, limited time.
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Alaska Natives want voice in budget-making process
Speakers tell people to share stories with legislators
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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.
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Dunleavy spokesman: Governor has no intention to roll back legal marijuana
Further details expected when Dunleavy introduces repeal legislation.