NEWS: Rep Geran Tarr Echoes Testimony Opposing the Proposed U-Med Northern Access Road Project
Anchorage – The controversial U-Med Northern Access Road Project drew opposition during Saturday’s Anchorage Caucus meeting, which featured members of the Alaska Legislature preparing to go to Juneau for the upcoming legislative session.
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Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: Happy New Year and Legislative Session Update
Happy New Year to you and yours! 2015 is upon us, and I hope that everything is going your way so far!
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NEWS: Rep Tarr Proud to Introduce “Erin’s Law”
Anchorage - Among the pre-filed bills announced today is “Erin’s Law” offered by Rep. Geran Tarr (D-Anchorage). “Erin’s Law” is a proven, straightforward approach to addressing one of Alaska’s most insidious social ills - child sexual abuse. “Erin’s Law” would require school districts to present students with age-appropriate curriculum about personal body safety. It would also give teachers, staff, and administrators the tools they need to respond properly to allegations of child sexual abuse.
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NEWS: Rep. Andy Josephson Pre-Files Bills and Resolutions Before the Start of the Legislative Session
Juneau – Representative Andy Josephson (D-Anchorage) has pre-filed several pieces of legislation in advance of the start of the 29th Alaska Legislature on January 20.
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NEWS: House Lawmakers Seek to Establish Statewide Pre-Kindergarten Program
Juneau – Representative’s Scott Kawasaki (D-Fairbanks), Les Gara (D-Anchorage), Andy Josephson (D-Anchorage), Harriet Drummond (D-Anchorage), Sam Kito III (D-Juneau) and Dan Ortiz (I-Ketchikan) have pre-filed legislation to create a statewide, voluntary pre-kindergarten program to prepare Alaska’s children for entry into the education system.
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