Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: Go Blue Friday, Erin’s Visit, & More
The past couple of weeks have been very busy! We had hearings on five bills and a resolution while our special guest, Erin Merryn, was in town to testify on H.B. 233, Erin’s Law, in the House Education Committee.
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Tarr’s Times from Rep. Tarr: Open Government is Good Government
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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Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: Bills Inspired Locally & Free Dental Care
A number of the bills that I have proposed this session are based on comments I have received and concerns I have heard from residents of our neighborhoods. I am now working with other Legislators to have the bills heard, and I encourage you to continue to send me suggestions to improve our neighborhood and our State.
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Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: End the Silent Epidemic of Child Abuse - H.B. 233: Erin’s Law
One of the most amazing parts of working in the Legislature is the ability to truly make a difference in the lives of Alaskans. There is an issue I have been working on that is very important to me and has influenced the lives of countless Alaskans, but remains hidden from public discussion: child sexual abuse.
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Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: Anchorage Caucus
I wanted to send out a quick reminder that the Anchorage Caucus is tomorrow, February 22, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Loussac Library.
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