Rep. Josephson’s Newsletter: Should we legalize marijuana and raise the minimum wage?
March 28, 2014
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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ADVISORY: Rep. Kawasaki to Host Pizza and Politics Meeting this Weekend
March 28, 2014
Fairbanks – Representative Kawasaki will host a town hall meeting in Fairbanks on Sunday March 28. The meeting will be held in the Lathrop High School Cafeteria from 2:00pm until 4:00pm and pizza will be provided. Representative Kawasaki invites Fairbanksans to a discussion on a variety issues including the proposed AK LNG project, education funding and this year’s budget.
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Rep. Tuck’s Community Connection: Dividend Application Deadline, Municipal Elections, and Free Dental Care
March 26, 2014
Dear Neighbors, Here is a quick update on some very important deadlines and opportunities coming up very soon.
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Note from Rep. Gara: Deadlines, Deadlines! Your PFD, and an Important City Election
March 25, 2014
Dear Friends and Neighbors: I just wanted to help make your family a lot of money. Is that OK? If you’ve forgotten to apply, the deadline to apply for your Permanent Fund Dividend is March 31, or six days from now.
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Rep. Kawasaki’s Juneau Note: Measure Twice, Cut Once, Voice Your Opinion, Water Rights Bill, Arctic Winter Games
March 7, 2014
There has been a disturbing lack of rigorous vetting of bills during this legislative session. Since 2008, the legislature shortened the session from 120 to 90 days. When the change first took place I was a strong proponent. However, experience has taught me that 90 days is simply not enough time for the legislature to thoroughly understand bills or get adequate public input. Recently, we’ve seen a concerning trend where bills only receive one committee of referral, reducing the opportunity for public input and resulting in less scrutiny on the effects to Alaskan families.
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