The budget now heads to the Senate, which will come up with its own draft and set the stage for final negotiations in the closing days of the legislative session in May.
State Government
Gov. Dunleavy signs closely watched $450 million fast-track budget bill
The bill provides $70 million dollars for the state’s 10% match to federal construction projects, $75 million for disaster relief and nearly $100 million for wildfire suppression.
Juneau delegates talk oil, education funding at mid-session town hall
The Alaska Legislature’s 2026 regular session is more than halfway done.
Alaska House legislator’s aide arrested for DUI in Juneau
Kathryn “Katy” Giorgio’s arrest came less than a week after Forrest Wolfe, a Republican and aide to Gov. Mike Dunleavy, was also arrested for driving under the influence.
Alaska GOP governor candidate Click Bishop picks Iñupiaq leader Greta Schuerch as running mate
Bishop is one of 18 candidates for Alaska governor. Incumbent Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy, a Republican, is constitutionally prevented from serving a third consecutive term.
Alaska Senate leaders still aiming for $1,000 dividend despite high oil prices
Sen. Bert Stedman, a Sitka Republican, said he’d rather direct additional revenue toward long-deferred maintenance and upgrades for state facilities.