Rep. Drummond’s Dispatch: Your Opportunity to Testify on the Operating Budget!
March 5, 2015
Today the House Finance Committee will be taking testimony on the state operating budget. I serve on three Finance subcommittees which passed recommended budgets for the Department of Corrections and the departments of Revenue and Administration. The Finance Committee has compiled the department budgets into one budget and will be taking testimony from across the state this week. Now it is your turn to make your voice heard.
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Note from Rep. Gara: ALERT: Extended Evening Budget Testimony By Phone
March 4, 2015
I didn’t mean to scare you with an “alert”. All is fine. Sort of. We have worked with Finance Committee Chairs to make it easier for you to testify on the budget. Here are a few budget facts for your consideration:
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Rep. Claman’s Newsletter: The Budget- Process and Public Testimony, Anchorage Caucus Recap, Survey
March 4, 2015
Everyone in the Legislature understands that the budget is the most important issue that we will consider this year. We are now 44 days into the 90 day legislative session, and you now have the opportunity to exercise your right to be heard on the budget. The Legislature is in the process of making tough decisions about government programs and services, the level at which we will fund programs and changes, and how to continue a strong state economy. Hearing from you about your thoughts and suggestions about the budget is always helpful as we continue to discuss and make decisions about the budget.
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Rep. Wool’s Newsletter: Alaska’s Budget: How to Make Your Voice Heard
March 4, 2015
This week the House Finance Committee will be taking testimony on the state operating budget. I serve on three Finance subcommittees which passed recommended budgets for the University of Alaska and the departments of Revenue and Labor and Workforce Development. The Finance Committee has compiled the department budgets into one budget and will be taking testimony from across the state this week. Now it is your turn to make your voice heard on the budget. The Finance Committee will be taking testimony from Fairbanks from 1 to 4 pm on Wednesday (March 4) at the Fairbanks Legislative Information Office at 1292 Saddler Way.
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Rep. Guttenberg’s Newsletter: Budget Testimony Next Week, Ballot Initiatives in Effect, Peony Month
February 28, 2015
The House Finance Committee will be taking public testimony this week on the FY 16 Operating Budget. Due to the cuts being made, it is imperative that legislators hear from our constituents.
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