NEWS: Democrats in Senate and House Call for Veterans Administration to Send Appeal Panel to Alaska
June 3, 2016
JUNEAU — Today, members of the Alaska Senate Democrats and the Alaska Independent Democratic Coalition sent a letter to Laura Eskenazi, the Vice Chairman and Executive in Charge of the Board of Veterans Appeals, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, requesting immediate in-person proceedings in Alaska by the Board of Veterans Appeals.
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Rep. Spohnholz’s Newsletter: The Special Session
May 27, 2016
Last week on Wednesday, the legislature adjourned without passing a responsible fiscal plan for Alaska. As the newest member of the Alaska State Legislature, I was extremely disappointed that we were not able to balance the budget even after the session was extended. There is no more important responsibility of the Legislature than to make sure that we honor our responsibility to the people of Alaska by passing a responsible budget. However, we have another chance to get the job done.
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Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: Memorial Day: A Recognition of Our Military Men & Women
May 27, 2016
This weekend we take time to remember and honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice while defending our nation. My Grandfather served in World War II and my brother more recently during the Gulf War. We have a debt of gratitude to those who have served our country. While I always support a peaceful solution to any conflict, I also stand by our military men and women for their service when conflict is unavoidable. To the military men and women who have made this sacrifice, we thank you for your dedicated service and commitment to our country.
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Rep. Kawasaki’s Newsletter: 120 Day Session Adjourns, Oil and Gas Update
May 20, 2016
The 29th Alaska State Legislature adjourned Wednesday night with many of the state’s most pressing issues still unresolved. Despite coming close to agreement on the state operating budget, the one thing the Legislature is constitutionally required to pass, the Legislature is still deadlocked on oil tax subsidies and education funding. In fact, the Republican-led Senate Majority gaveled out before the House could vote on an agreement to extend the session just before midnight. While it’s clear we are much closer to reaching an agreement, we still have miles to go.
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Rep. Claman’s Newsletter: Oil and Gas Tax and Subsidy Reform
May 17, 2016
I hope everyone enjoyed the great sunshine this weekend! On Friday, a bipartisan group in the House passed an oil and gas tax and subsidy reform bill, House Bill 247. This legislation puts us one step closer to agreeing to a responsible action plan for Alaska.
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