NEWS: House Approves Legislation to Remove Barriers to Employment for Veterans in Alaska
JUNEAU – Today, the Alaska House of Representatives unanimously passed House Bill 6 that allows private employers to give a hiring preference to veterans. Every state has a veterans hiring preference in place for public employment. However, private employers are not permitted to offer the same benefit without violating federal law. The legislation is sponsored by Representative Chris Tuck (D-Anchorage) and is supported by the United States Department of Defense.
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VIDEO: Press Conference April 7th, 2015
April 7, 2015 Press conference with House Democratic Leader Rep. Chris Tuck, Representative Adam Wool and Representative Harriet Drummond.
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NEWS: House Minority Coalition Shakeup: New Leader, New Whip and New Media Outlet
JUNEAU- Today, Representative Chris Tuck (D-Anchorage) suddenly resigned as leader of the Alaska Independent Democratic Coalition. Rep. Tuck intends to spend mornings before the daily floor sessions co-hosting a public radio program focused on children.
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Rep. Tuck’s Newsletter: Important Deadline! PFD Applications Due Tonight by 11:59 pm
Dear Neighbors, If you haven’t done so yet, please don’t forget to apply for your 2015 Permanent Fund Dividend. The deadline to apply is 11:59 pm tonight, March 31. Once again, because of good stock market performance, this year’s PFD is expected to be one of the largest.
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Rep. Tuck: Action Alert: Final Chance to Weigh in on Operating Budget and School Funding
Dear Neighbors, As we approach the final days of the first session of the 29th Alaska Legislature major decisions are being made at a rapid pace and I want to make sure you are kept informed about your right to be heard.
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Rep. Tuck’s Newsletter: National Guard Fixes Underway
Dear Neighbors,
As a new member this session of the Alaska House Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs, I take very seriously my responsibility to protect and assist all members of our armed services. Particularly those who are vulnerable to abuses of power because of their duty to follow orders.
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