NEWS: Democrats Move Pro-Job, Public Education and Cost-Saving Budget Amendments
March 13, 2014
JUNEAU – Today, Alaska House Democratic legislators offered a series of amendments to the state operating budget to improve public education, promote workforce development, and trim wasteful spending.
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Note from Rep. Gara: Budget Testimony Tuesday; Pebble Mine Being Panned?
February 28, 2014
There’s still quite a bit of work to do on the budget, and your input is needed. If you live in Anchorage, testimony is Tuesday from 4:15 to 5:45. The temporary legislative information office (LIO) is located at 733 W 4th Ave, Suite 100 (right across the street from the former location). You must sign in to testify, and testimony is limited to two minutes per person. A list of testimony times and days for people around the state can be found below.
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Rep. Josephson’s Newsletter: Town Hall Time and More
February 27, 2014
This week, the State Senate scheduled a hearing for the U-Med/Northern Access Road bill that Senator Gardner and I introduced. I also attempted to restore funding to critical programs like Pre-K and job readiness, as well as welcomed a new colleague to the Legislature.
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House Bill 336 Sponsor Statement: Alcohol Sales Near School/Church
February 27, 2014
Link to the House Bill 336 sponsor statement from the office of Representative Geran Tarr
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House Bill 331 Sponsor Statement: Base Student Allocations; Principals
February 27, 2014
Link to the HB331 sponsor statement from the office of Representative Les Gara
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