Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: Two Important Deadlines- Voter Registration & Net Neutrality
There are some important dates on the horizon for Alaskan Voters. Collaborative Governance, Net Neutrality, Got a Bike?
Read More →NEWS: House Democrats Congratulate Arctic Appointees
Alaska’s Democratic State Representatives today congratulated former Lieutenant Governor, Alaska Representative, University of Alaska Anchorage Chancellor, and Juneau Mayor Fran Ulmer, along with U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Admiral Robert J. Papp, Jr. (Ret.) on the announcement of their appointments to serve the United States on Arctic issues.
Read More →Concerns About the Authority of the ABC Board by Sen. Ellis & Rep. Tarr
An open letter to the ABC board members regarding the mission of the board under the Department of Commerce, Community, & Economic Development after its move from the Department of Public Safety in 2012. [PDF]
Read More →Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: NO to new office furniture, Welcome Bass Pro & AYEA Opportunity!
My colleagues and I find ourselves disappointed by the Republican Majority vote to increase spending to $500,000. We need to have functional offices for ourselves and our staff so we can serve our constituents, but I personally think that we have good options already. There is no need, in these tight fiscal times, to spend such an excessive amount of public funds on prettier chairs.
Read More →NEWS: House Democrats Oppose Increased LIO Expenditure
House Democratic Leader Representative Chris Tuck (D-Anchorage) today reiterated his caucus’s position regarding yesterday’s Legislative Council vote to authorize increased spending on the Anchorage Legislative Information Office (LIO).
Read More →Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: Our Short, but Strong, Growing Season
First, a reminder: The Mountain View Street Fair is tomorrow from 12-4 pm at Clark Middle School. Senator Ellis and I will have a booth, with Otter pops for the kids. See the flyer below for more information!
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