Parnell advocated for a comprehensive crime bill, but the bulk of his speech focused on increasing energy production.
State Government
State legislators introduce ‘Alaska Firearms Freedom Act’
The Alaska Firearms Freedom Act would make it a crime to enforce any federal prohibitions on things like assault rifles and high-capacity gun magazines.
Ferry system gets new boss, management structure
Juneau’s Reuben Yost is the new chief of the state ferry system. But he’ll spend only about half his time on that job.
Legislature gets underway; Juneau welcome reception is Wednesday
Lt. Gov. Mead Treadwell gaveled in the House of Representatives and the Senate on Tuesday then administered the oath of office to 59 House and Senate members.
Democrats blame redistricting for loss of blue seats in legislature
Democrats in the Alaska Legislature say the state’s redistricting process is flawed and needs to be made more nonpartisan.
Public employee retirement, ferry system top priorities for Senator Dennis Egan
Lifelong Democrat says it was ‘gut wrenching’ to join Republican Majority, but was best way to protect Southeast Alaska’s interests.