NEWS: Gara Files Lifetime Fishing and Hunting License Bill
March 5, 2013
Promotes Outdoor Recreation At Lower Cost to Alaskans
JUNEAU – Today, Representative Les Gara (D-Anchorage) filed legislation to promote Alaska hunting and fishing by allowing lifetime licenses for Alaskans.
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NEWS: Democratic Leaders Applaud Senator Begich’s Remarks
March 4, 2013
Senator’s focus on education, Arctic and results well received
JUNEAU – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Johnny Ellis (D-Anchorage) and House Democratic Leader Beth Kerttula (D-Juneau) released the following statements following U.S. Senator Mark Begich’s address to the Alaska Legislature.
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NEWS: Lengthening the School Year So Our Kids Can Compete
March 4, 2013
Raising Expectations for Alaska Schools and Alaska Students
JUNEAU – Today, Representative Andy Josephson (D-Anchorage) introduced legislation (HB155) to improve student success by lengthening the minimum school term from 180 days to 190 days, giving students more time to learn.
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NEWS: Rep. Guttenberg Introduces Stampede Recreation Area Legislation
March 1, 2013
At request of area residents, Recreation Area designation helps continue traditional uses
Today, Alaska State Representative David Guttenberg (D- District 38) introduced legislation (HB148), to create the Stampede Recreation Area in the Denali Borough. A long-time request of area residents, Recreation Area designation will protect and facilitate continued traditional uses of the area.
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NEWS: Democrats Call on Governor to Not Leave Fish High and Dry
March 1, 2013
Legislators propose amendment So Needed Water Isn’t Withdrawn From Fishing Streams
Today, Representative Les Gara (D-Anchorage) called on the governor to honor his promise not to “trade one resource for another” [Fairbanks Daily News Miner, March 11, 2010]. He called for the governor’s support in ensuring Alaska’s fish-producing streams maintain the water they need to support healthy fish runs.
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