Juneau – The 13 members of the Alaska Independent Democratic Coalition support the Medicaid expansion legislation unveiled Tuesday by Governor Bill Walker.
Read More →Juneau – The Alaska House of Representatives passed the Fiscal Year 2016 Budget Thursday night without the support of the Alaska Independent Democratic Coalition. All 13 members voted no because the budget harms seniors and children while protecting corporate interests and unaffordable projects. The Republican budget includes the total elimination of pre-k programs and a significant $32 million cut in funding for K-12 public education. Overall, the budget deficit still remains $3.5 billion. The Alaska Independent Democratic Coalition proposed millions of dollars in spending cuts while supporting efforts to protect education, seniors and kids.
Read More →I would like to thank the hundreds of people who have filled out my 2015 Legislative Survey either online or by mail. I will be closing the link at the end of business on Friday so I can tally the results.
Read More →Press conference with House Democratic Leader Rep. Chris Tuck, Representative Adam Wool and Representative Sam Kito III.
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Dear Neighbors,
This week the House Finance Committee will be holding public testimony on the State Operating Budget. Anchorage has its own time slot scheduled for tomorrow. If you would like to share your concerns this will be your chance to be heard.
Read More →Press conference with House Democratic Leader Rep. Chris Tuck, Representative Harriet Drummond and Representative Max Gruenberg.
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