Rep. Kawasaki’s Newsletter: Legislative Session Begins in Juneau
January 22, 2016
This year will be a busy one for the Alaska Legislature as we tackle a huge budget shortfall, falling oil production and uncertainty. Alaska has had tough times before and we have survived and thrived. We have done so, because we were able to work together, shed our partisan blinders and become a better government. Our state Constitution was ratified by all 55 diverse members of the convention in a time when the sole focus was on how to make the state a better place to live, work and raise a family. Over the next few months, I’m hopeful that working together will make us a stronger Alaska.
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VIDEO: Rep. Tuck’s IDC Response to the Governor’s State of the State
January 22, 2016
Rep. Chris Tuck delivers the Independent Democratic Coalition’s response to Gov. Walker’s State of the State Address on Jan 21st, 2016.
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Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: Legislative Session Begins
January 22, 2016
We’re set up in Juneau and ready to go! All eyes are on the legislature this session as we address the need for a fiscal plan. The good news is we did plan for this day with savings and we have assets. No one predicted oil would drop to recent record lows of $26 so there is a reasonable sense of urgency. I believe that if the Legislature works together we can come up with proposals that work for Alaska. I want to reassure you that I will be working overtime with my colleagues to come up with a solution that is fair to all Alaskans.
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Rep. Josephson’s Newsletter: Start of Session & Constituent Meeting
January 21, 2016
Tuesday marked the start of the second session of the 29th Alaska State Legislature. At the forefront of everyone’s mind right now is the growing deficit facing Alaska. It is no exaggeration to say that this is one of the most important sessions in Alaska’s history.
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Rep. Guttenberg’s Newsletter: The Opening of the 2016 Legislative Session
January 20, 2016
Yesterday the 2016 legislative session gaveled in, to what many are calling a historic year for Alaskan politics. With a 3.5 billion dollar deficit challenge ahead of the legislature, we have a lot to consider so that our state can continue thrive and so that all Alaskans are healthy, prosperous and safe in their homes and communities.
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