Rep. Kawasaki’s Newsletter: Oil Tax Credits a Bad Business Deal for the People of Alaska
April 12, 2016
With only 5 days left in the session, my colleagues and I in the Alaska Independent Democratic Coalition continue to push on our commitment for quality education, accessible health care, safe communities and a sustainable and comprehensive fiscal plan. Here’s an update on some fast-moving bills in the final days.
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Note from Rep. Gara: Oil Tax & Subsidy Bill: Corporate Largesse, Much Fixing To Do. Oh, and One Good Bill For Kids
April 11, 2016
I’m tired. I’m working hard to smile and not let this thing called politics make me cranky. That’s to say, I hope this E-News update is written in at least marginally decent English. And I apologize I’ve been AWOL on newsletters recently! Here’s some good and bad and hopeful news on two important issues you may want to know about.
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Rep. Josephson’s Newsletter: Legislative Update: Anchorage LIO & HB247
April 9, 2016
The end of the 90-day session is quickly approaching. Conference committees were appointed by both the House and the Senate earlier this week so we are now in the 24-hour rule. If you are not sure what the 24-hour rule entails here is a short video explaining the rule by journalist Jeremy Hsieh.
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Rep. Kito’s Newsletter: End-of-session update
April 8, 2016
Dear Neighbors,
April 17th marks the end of the 90-day session, so we’re in the final stretch. Read on for an update on a handful of the bills that the Legislature is working on.
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Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: No to LIO Purchase, HCR 21: Preventing Child Abuse Passes House Health Committee & Budget Update
April 8, 2016
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
Things are happening quickly here in the legislature as we move towards adjournment. Please read below for important updates on the budget, ways you can testify, and our next budget teleconference.
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