Rep. Josephson’s Newsletter: The End of Special Session
June 23, 2016
They say when one door closes, another door opens. Apparently the same holds true for special sessions in Alaska because as soon as the Legislature adjourned the Governor called us back to Juneau for the 5th special session of the 29th Legislature. You can read Governor Walker’s proclamation here. (Note that, one new addition to the “call”—the bills before us—is a sales tax. I’m not sure this is an especially good sign, but am willing to review the idea).
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Rep. Claman’s Newsletter: Happy Father’s Day and Summer Solstice Weekend Events
June 17, 2016
On Sunday, we honor and celebrate our fathers: Happy Father’s Day to all of the wonderful fathers who provide love and support to their children and families.
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Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: Community Events from Last Weekend & AK PrideFest
June 17, 2016
It was great to be home over the weekend and see you at the Mountain View Street Fair, Airport Heights Picnic, and the unveiling of the Whale Song sculpture in Mountain View.
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Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: Juneau Update & 2 Great Neighborhood Events This Weekend
June 10, 2016
On Monday, the Conference Committee passed a new version of HB 247, an oil and gas subsidy reform bill that impacts how much progress we can make in trying to close Alaska’s deficit gap. I was a member of the Conference Committee and was the lone no vote on this bad version of HB 247.
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Rep. Claman’s Newsletter: House Passes Oil and Gas Tax Bill; Senate Passes Permanent Fund Restructure
June 8, 2016
On Monday, the House approved a conference committee version of HB 247, an oil and gas tax reform bill that impacts how much progress we can make in trying to close Alaska’s deficit gap. Shortly after the House voted on oil taxes, the Senate approved a Permanent Fund restructuring bill.
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