Can legislative minorities hold government hostage? Effective date lawsuit tentatively moves forward
The case has its own legal problems that will need to be sorted out before it gets to the meat of the issue.
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Dunleavy picks Rep. Revak to fill Senate vacancy, backs off PFD special session
He said a third special session to deal with the remainder of the $3,000 PFD will depend on the Senate Republicans approving his second pick to fill the Senate District M vacancy.
Giessel and Edgmon to Dunleavy: Let’s work on the future of the PFD—together
Some legislators have suggested that a full PFD might be possible as long as it’s tied to changes to the future formula.
House passes critical vote to fund capital budget and restore funds to PCE, UA scholarships
On a vote of 31-7.
Dunleavy guts the University of Alaska among $400 million in line-item vetoes
Medicaid, Senior Benefits Program and municipal bond debt reimbursement also saw cuts or wholesale elimination. The Alaska Marine Highway System was spared after handed deep cuts by the Legislature.
AKLEG Day 100: Legislature approves compromise on ethics law update
A new crime bill, notable floor speeches and more from Day 100.
House proposes tougher sentences in new crime bill targeting drug dealers, car thieves and sex offenders
The House is pursuing an aggressive timeline for the narrowly built crime bill.