This Saturday the House and Senate Judiciary committees are discussing two ballot initiatives that will be voted on during the primary election on August 19th. The committees are also hosting a public comment session at the conclusion of the meeting.
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In this second installment about the gasline, I would like to provide you with some basic information about some of the agreements that will allow the project concept to move forward. I have been following the gasline project very closely and will continue to pay close attention as session starts to wind down. Please let me know if you have any questions or would like to offer comments on this incredibly important decision.
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As expected, the Governor’s new gas line proposal has dominated much of the discussion this session. Although the deal is far from complete, and may not ultimately be the best path forward, developing our natural gas reserves is critical to the future of our state. (Put simply, we’re running out of oil and it’s not coming back in familiar volumes—we need a replacement source of revenue!). Throughout this process, it is essential that Alaskans have access to accurate information so a beneficial and transparent deal can be negotiated on the behalf of all Alaskans.
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JUNEAU – Today, Alaska House Democratic legislators offered a series of amendments to the state operating budget to improve public education, promote workforce development, and trim wasteful spending.
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JUNEAU – Today, Representative Scott Kawasaki (D-Fairbanks), Representative Les Gara (D-Anchorage) and Representative Andy Josephson (D-Anchorage) released the following statements upon hearing Dennis Mandell had withdrawn his name from consideration for the Alaska Assessment Review Board after concerns were raised about his residency, his history of working for the oil industry in disputes against Alaska, and his failure to pay taxes.
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