Democrats Call on Governor to Make Stronger Commitment to Education
Keeping up with inflation allows schools to focus on where to improve, not where to cut
JUNEAU – Today, House Democrats called on the governor to join them in an effort to prevent Alaska’s school districts from having to make more cuts in the classroom due to inflation. The legislators sent a letter to the governor earlier today requesting that he be open to meeting school district needs by increasing the per-student allocation enough to cover the costs of inflation.
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Rep. Tuck’s Community Connection: Upcoming Meetings Provide Opportunities for Involvement
I Hope to See You this Weekend!
Dear Neighbors,
This weekend I will be travelling back for the Anchorage Legislative Caucus and my annual session meeting with constituents. Both important meetings are great opportunities to learn about what is going on in the Alaska Legislature and to share your opinions about the issues of the day.
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Rep. Guttenberg’s Legislative Report: Upcoming Constituent Meeting
Please join Senator Joe Thomas, Representative Bob Miller and me for a constituent meeting.
Date: Sunday, February 19th, 2012
Time: 1pm to 3pm
Location: West Valley High School Library,
3800 Geist Road
Many issues going on in Juneau directly affect the Interior. As members of the House Democrats, we have stood up against the Governor’s tax giveaway.
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Rep. Petersen’s Report from the Capitol: Pizza Party and Anchorage Caucus February 18th
Making Sure Alaskans Have a Voice in Alaskan Fisheries; Committee Passes Waste-to-Energy Resolution
Neighborhood Pizza Party, Anchorage Caucus Meeting a Week from Saturday
It’s been a pretty busy week in the Legislature. I wanted to make sure to remind you of two opportunities to make your voice heard next Saturday, February 18. I will be hosting a free neighborhood pizza party and legislative update from 2:30 to 4 pm at the Boys and Girls Club Northeast Community Center at the corner of Muldoon and Debarr.
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Berta’s Briefings from Rep. Gardner: Update on Cell Phones and Driving
It’s the second year of the two-year legislative session and this is the time that bills start flying or dying. Many people have contacted me to tell me how they feel about using cell phones while driving.
It is an issue about which Anchorage residents have many different opinions. Some people believe that using a cell phone while driving should be completely banned, while others believe the government should stay out of regulating personal behavior. Still, others believe that hands-free devices are one solution to permit safer use of a phone while on the road.
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