Rep. Claman’s Newsletter: Legislative Updates and Constituent Meeting in the Park
May 3, 2015
Last Thursday, I voted to keep the Legislature working so we could pass a fully funded budget, provide access to affordable healthcare to all Alaskans through Medicaid expansion, and meet our constitutional duty to adequately fund public education. Instead, the House and Senate Majorities passed resolutions by straight party line votes that allow the Legislature to take a recess until May 12th. Senate and House Finance Committees will continue to meet, but the Legislature will not convene a floor session until May 12th.
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Rep. Kawasaki’s Newsletter: Less than three weeks left of session!
March 31, 2015
Thank you to everyone who attended my Birthday Fundraiser at HooDoo Brewing Company and legislative update at Raven Landing. It was great to reconnect with many Fairbanks friends and contribute to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Alaska.
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Note from Rep. Gara: Millions In Corporate Subsidies Cost More Child Neglect & Increase Our Deficit
February 24, 2015
Giving away money to those who can afford to carry the burden, and burdening five year-olds taken from their parents, who suffer abuse and neglect isn’t the right way to address our budget problem. It’s unworkable. It’s not humane.
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Rep. Kito’s Newsletter: Southeast Spotlight: budgets, health care, and capitol creep
February 23, 2015
As we work our way through session, we have been fortunate to be able to visit with many constituents and advocacy groups. Thank you to those of you who have contacted us and come by our office. We appreciate hearing from you. Here’s where we find ourselves on the 35th legislative day.
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News: Legislation Filed to Eliminate Per Diem for Legislators When Not in Juneau
February 18, 2015
Juneau - Today, Representative Harriet Drummond (D-Anchorage) filed legislation to eliminate session per diem for days a legislator is not in Juneau.
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