Rep. Guttenberg’s Newsletter: Constituent Meeting Thursday May 14th
May 11, 2015
Tomorrow the Legislature is supposed to reconvene in Juneau for the continuation of the first special session. Yet, we have been told that Tuesday’s floor will be a technical session- meaning only a handful of legislators will be there and no business will be conducted.
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Rep. Tuck’s Newsletter: Time for the Public to Have a Voice!
May 11, 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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Note from Rep. Gara: Op-Ed: Shiny New Legislative Building No Place To Get People’s Work Done
May 7, 2015
Below is an Op-Ed I wrote yesterday. It explains why the Legislature’s work isn’t that hard, should be done by now, and why taking a break from work in the Capitol doesn’t move our work forward. Here’s the link. The text is pasted below. As always, call or write if you have any questions!
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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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Rep. Kito’s Newsletter: House Finance meeting in Anchorage
May 5, 2015
Dear Neighbors,
Just a quick update this afternoon. The House Finance committee is meeting in Anchorage to discuss the budget. Here’s the schedule
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