Note from Rep. Gara: Oil Tax & Subsidy Bill: Corporate Largesse, Much Fixing To Do. Oh, and One Good Bill For Kids
I’m tired. I’m working hard to smile and not let this thing called politics make me cranky. That’s to say, I hope this E-News update is written in at least marginally decent English. And I apologize I’ve been AWOL on newsletters recently! Here’s some good and bad and hopeful news on two important issues you may want to know about.
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Rep. Josephson’s Newsletter: Legislative Update: Anchorage LIO & HB247
The end of the 90-day session is quickly approaching. Conference committees were appointed by both the House and the Senate earlier this week so we are now in the 24-hour rule. If you are not sure what the 24-hour rule entails here is a short video explaining the rule by journalist Jeremy Hsieh.
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Rep. Kito’s Newsletter: End-of-session update
Dear Neighbors,
April 17th marks the end of the 90-day session, so we’re in the final stretch. Read on for an update on a handful of the bills that the Legislature is working on.
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Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: No to LIO Purchase, HCR 21: Preventing Child Abuse Passes House Health Committee & Budget Update
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
Things are happening quickly here in the legislature as we move towards adjournment. Please read below for important updates on the budget, ways you can testify, and our next budget teleconference.
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Rep. Claman’s Newsletter: Improving Heath Care for Women and the Governor’s Income Tax Proposal
As we approach the 90th day of the legislative session, I’ll continue to keep you updated about legislative happenings in Juneau. Committees continue to consider the revenue bills as well as the proposals to restructure the Permanent Fund.
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