Key provisions of proposal comes from legislators at opposite ends of the political spectrum.
Senate proposal closes $270 million gap in House plan, but further negotiations are expected in May.
Advocates say legislation is vital to solving retention and hiring woes in public safety jobs.
State judge considering delay in ruling striking down program used by more than 22,000 students.
Rep. Andrew Gray, author of the idea, says he will introduce a revised and updated version.
Amendment by Sen. Cathy Giessel, R-Anchorage, would lower the age for behavioral health care to 16
HB95 would require lawmakers approve any “Tier III” labeling, the highest level of federal protection.
Reps. Andi Story and Sara Hannan, and Sen. Jesse Kiehl unopposed ahead of June 1 filing deadline
Juneau’s three Democratic lawmakers reassert support of more school funding, ensuring LGBTQ+ rights.
After a court ruling that overturned a key part of Alaska’s education correspondence programs, members of the state Legislature have proposed a constitutional amendment that… Continue reading
Cash allotments are ‘make or break’ for some families, others plan to limit spending.
The Alaska Senate has proposed a new aid package for the state’s fish processing companies — some of which have been teetering among a crash… Continue reading
Story votes yes, Hannan votes no as governor-backed HB 50 sent to the state Senate for further work.
Last year, when Gov. Mike Dunleavy proposed legislation last year to allow companies to inject carbon dioxide deep underground, he billed it as a way… Continue reading
“Everybody wants to make sure there’s a way to continue supporting homeschool families,” Kiehl says.
Bill adds elementary, middle school and collegiate sports to limits in place for high school.
As cities try to house people, Dunleavy’s protest bill would further criminalize them, advocates say.
Alaska Senate sends draft capital budget to House as work continues on a state spending plan
Guarantee had been discussed as part of long-term plan to bring state expenses in line with revenue.
Changes during floor debate include $9M by Rep Andi Story, D-Juneau, for youth reading program.
