Rep. Kreiss-Tomkins’ Newsletter: From Juneau with Love
February 7, 2013
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
For the last few weeks, Juneau has had the feel of a college town. I was not surprised to discover that many veterans of the legislature wryly refer to the months between January and May as the legislative “semester.”
I can appreciate the parallels with college. The uptempo pace of the Capitol is fueled by caffeine, gossip, and constant cramming - for the next hearing, press conference, or floor session. The Capitol is exhilarating and exhausting in equal measure.
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Rep. Andy Josephson’s Newsletter: The Legislature Convenes
January 30, 2013
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
As we enter week three of the 28th State Legislature, the office is now settled, committee assignments have been finalized, and I have been enjoying connecting with many different groups and organizations, including several of our neighbors from District 15.
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Rep. Geran Tarr’s Newsletter: Two Weeks In…
January 29, 2013
The past two weeks have been a whirlwind of activity. On January 15, I was sworn in on the floor and signed the Oath of Office with the lieutenant governor.
Accompanying me to the signing of the Oath of Office were my two staffers, Joe Caissie and Monica Southworth. Joe has experience with economics and possesses a keen interest in resource development in Alaska. Last year he was a law clerk for Justice Christen on the Alaska Supreme Court. Monica is a life-long Alaskan, originally from Unalaska, AK. She has worked in the legislature for the past two years and I’m excited to have both of them as my legislative team.
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NEWS: Rep. Guttenberg Sworn in for 28th Alaska Legislature
January 22, 2013
JUNEAU - David Guttenberg (D – District 38) was sworn today in to serve his sixth term in the Alaska House of Representatives. Speaker Mike Chenault administered the oath of office during the House’s regular floor session.
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Rep. Kawasaki’s Juneau Note: The 28th Alaska Legislature Convened Yesterday!
January 16, 2013
I made a commitment to you yesterday on the House floor to work hard as your Fairbanks Representative. Over the next 90 days, we will be working on issues ranging from the high cost of energy, to quality education, to enhancing the economy and writing a lean and efficient budget. It will be a challenging order to get all of the work of the state done, but I’m looking forward to rolling up my sleeves once again.
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