Rep. Josephson’s Newsletter: House Bill 247 (Oil and Gas Tax Credits)
March 25, 2016
In the wake of extremely low oil prices (about $30 per barrel on the West Coast) and leveling off of production on the Alaska North Slope, the state has seen a sharp reduction in revenues from oil and gas combined with a drastic increase of tax credits to the industry.
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Rep. Kawasaki’s Juneau Note: The 3 E’s, SOS!, and Oil Taxes
March 20, 2013
Dear Neighbors,
My priorities are no secret. Keep Education strong with adequate funding; continue working to advance the Economy through smart policy and good projects that create jobs; and always work towards sustainable and affordable Energy solutions. Education funding in the House operating budget left gaping holes in our curriculum and support of Pre-K to UA. My call continues that the Senate restore this funding as part of their operating budget.
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Rep. Kerttula’s Newsletter: Oil & Gas Taxes: Give Oil Companies the Right Incentives
October 7, 2012
One of the most important things the Legislature deals with is taxes
for oil and gas. The reason it’s so important is because approximately 80 to 90 percent of the State of Alaska’s general fund revenues come from these taxes. That means oil and gas revenues are responsible for funding schools, building roads and all the other things the government does for Alaskans.
This week, the Anchorage Daily News ran an opinion piece I wrote describing why it’s a bad idea to change our current structure.
Thank you for reading my newsletter. I appreciate hearing from you, so please stop by the office, call, write or email.
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Democrats to U.S. Attorney General: Investigate Alaska Gas Prices
April 27, 2011
JUNEAU - Today, Alaska Representatives Pete Petersen and Chris Tuck (both D-Anchorage), and Representative Scott Kawasaki (D-Fairbanks) sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder asking that he investigate Alaskan fuel prices as part of his investigation of nationwide gasoline prices.
“Alaska produces more oil than most countries, but Alaskans still pay more at the pump than anyone else in the U.S. Something’s not right,” said Rep. Petersen. “Any investigation into high fuel prices should certainly include a hard look at the situation in Alaska.”
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Rep. Kerttula’s Juneau Newsletter: Public Testimony on Oil & Gas Taxes
March 18, 2011
Next week, the House Finance Committee will take public testimony on the proposed changes to Alaska’s oil and gas taxes. This is your chance to speak up and be heard. In my March 4 newsletter, I outlined some of the major components of the bill and the problems with the changes.
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