Rep. Claman’s Newsletter: Budget Negotiations Continue
June 2, 2015
Budget negotiations continue to dominate the discussion as the Legislature works through its second Special Session of the year. Last Friday, the House Independent-Democratic Coalition and the House Republican Majority reached a compromise that passed the House by a 38-2 vote. Over the weekend, however, the Senate failed to agree with the House bipartisan budget, forcing further negotiations.
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Rep. Kawasaki’s Newsletter: Voice your opinion on tomorrow!
May 21, 2015
I wanted to give you an update on the beginning of the second Special Session that is being held in Anchorage. The main focus will be the continued balanced budget discussion, education funding, Medicaid reform and expansion and Erin’s law. Here is my take on one of the strangest sessions I have had since being elected.
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Rep. Guttenberg’s Newsletter: Special Session, Bennett Road and Fire Safety
May 20, 2015
Despite the governor’s call for the special session to take place in Juneau, the Speaker of the House has called House members to Anchorage on Thursday for a full floor session. It is unclear what this action means in terms of the special session coming to a close, or even the legality of the actions taken in Anchorage.
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Rep. Josephson’s Newsletter: A Call to Action - Public Hearing on Thursday
May 12, 2015
The House Independent Democratic Coalition and the Senate Democrats have developed a plan of action and public hearings in response to the disappointing lack of progress in the special session.
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Rep. Tuck’s Community Connection: Town Hall Meeting Saturday
May 6, 2015
An extended session has turned into a special session called by Governor Walker. The Legislature is now at a deadlock over such topics as education funding, expanding Medicaid and assistance for needy seniors.
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