Rep. Guttenberg’s Newsletter: Arctic Summit Week and the Permanent Fund Dividend
March 23, 2016
Last weekend I traveled home to attend the Arctic Science Summit Week. The annual gathering of international scientists and policymakers from around the globe met with a common goal to advance Arctic research. Through separate but related meetings and events, the Summit provided opportunities for international coordination, collaboration and cooperation in all fields of Arctic science. I had the opportunity to attend these discussions in Fairbanks this year.
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NEWS: Ideas and Questions Invited During Pad Thai and Politics Event in Fairbanks
March 17, 2016
Juneau – Representative Adam Wool (D-Fairbanks) will be hosting his second annual “Pad Thai and Politics” community meeting in Fairbanks on Sunday, March 20. The meeting will run from 1 to 3 p.m. at Lemongrass Thai Cuisine in the Chena Pump Plaza. Rep. Wool is inviting Fairbanks residents to come out for a fun and casual opportunity to discuss the budget and other issues over Thai food.
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Rep. Wool’s Newsletter: Join Me for Pad Thai and Politics on Sunday!
March 16, 2016
It’s that time of year again! I will be back home in Fairbanks this weekend and I want to see you and hear your ideas about the budget, education, and other important issues facing the Legislature. On Sunday (March 20), I will be holding my second annual Pad Thai and Politics lunch from 1 to 3 PM at Lemongrass Thai Cuisine (388 Old Chena Pump Rd) in Chena Pump Plaza. We had a great time last year, and this year should be even better! I will be providing Thai food, and I hope you will bring your ideas and concerns (and of course your appetite!).
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Rep. Kawasaki’s Newsletter: Cut Waste, Not Opportunities
March 14, 2016
Last week, during two 20-hour days in Finance Committee and on the House Floor, my colleagues and I in the Alaska Independent Democratic Coalition fought against cuts to services for seniors and the disabled, education opportunities from Pre-K to UA, and public safety. We also introduced millions of dollar in cuts for costly megaprojects, such as the Kodiak Rocket Complex and the Knik Arm Bridge. During this time of fiscal crisis, it made no sense to cut vital services yet keep these special pet projects moving.
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Rep. Guttenberg’s Newsletter: Operating Budget passes through the House
March 11, 2016
Yesterday the Alaska State Legislature confirmed the appointment of Representative Ivy Spohnholz to fill the late Representative Max Gruenberg’s seat. Governor Walker chose Ms. Spohnholz from three individuals whose names were put forth by the Alaska Democratic Party. The House Democrats then voted unanimously to confirm the Governor’s appointment. Her first day on the job she gaveled in to one of the most important legislatures in the state’s history. With the floor lasting until almost 4am, she joked about getting two days on the job in one day.
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