Rep. Tuck’s Newsletter: Medicaid Expansion and Marijuana Control Board
Recently Governor Walker announced that, by executive order, he was bypassing the legislature to expand Medicaid. I support this move. A small group of legislators stood in the way and dragged the legislature though an expensive overtime session for something that would have passed if it was ever brought for a vote. I applaud the Governor in using every tool possible to bring millions of dollars in federal funding, and providing 40,000 more Alaskans with easily accessible and more efficient health care, thus creating more jobs and strengthening an economy much in need.
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Rep. Josephson’s Newsletter: Important Announcements: Seminar & Road Closure
On Wednesday, August 5th, I will be speaking at a free teleconference seminar to help raise awareness about plastic microbeads and their impacts on the environment. As many of you will remember I sponsored House Bill 14, which would ban the use of microbeads in cosmetics in Alaska. If you are interested in listening to the seminar you can sign up online at www.akaction.org, email diana@akaction.org, or you can call ACAT at (907)222-7714.
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Rep. Guttenberg’s Newsletter: Peonies, Baseball and Marijuana Control Board
Last month the Anchorage Bucs traveled to Fairbanks to take on the Goldpanners and I was honored to be asked to throw out the first pitch of the game. After an amazing pitch that flew right into the catcher’s glove, I was all but asked to be on the team. I was also delighted to accept an invitation to attend the opening ceremonies of the World Eskimo Indian Olympics, where I was able to be part of such a unique and important event that celebrates Alaskan Native diversity, heritage and culture
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Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: Save the date!
This Saturday is happening! There are several really cool events coming up with our neighborhood Russian Jack community picnic, the Governor’s picnic, and the Stop the Violence Party at Northway Mall. There’s even a free shuttle so you can attend the Governor’s Picnic and the Stop the Violence Party and you won’t have to worry about finding parking!
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Rep. Claman’s Newsletter: Governor Expands Medicaid and Community Events
Last week, Governor Walker announced that he will use his executive authority to expand Medicaid and improve access to affordable healthcare to all Alaskans. While the Legislative Budget and Audit Committee now has 45 days to respond to the Governor’s decision, the Attorney General and the Legislature’s attorney agree that the Governor is within his Alaska Constitutional authority to accept Medicaid expansion. This decision is good for Alaska.
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