Tarr’s Times from Rep. Tarr: Open Government is Good Government
March 18, 2014
In my last newsletter, I told you about H.B. 329, a piece of legislation I proposed based on the idea of Collaborative Governance. This week, I invite you to join me, as well as people and organizations across the country, to celebrate Sunshine Week. Join us in a nationwide discussion about the importance of access to public information and what it means for you and your community.
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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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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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Note from Rep. Gara: Saturday: Speak Out To Your Legislators & Education Rally
February 20, 2014
This Saturday you get your say to legislators. In Person! That means you get to speak your mind, rather than send e-mails that some legislators don’t read, or letters that some legislators may toss. Back Problem Alert: I will be coming out of a back procedure and hope to make it all day Saturday, but have to get clearance from my doc!
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NEWS: Democratic Legislators Introduce Pro-Public School Bill Package
February 20, 2014
JUNEAU – Today, House and Senate Democratic legislators announced a suite of legislation designed to strengthen public schools and help all Alaskan students succeed. The package of legislation is designed to promote excellence and increase options for students within the public school system while maintaining accountability and reversing cuts to student services.
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