Rep. Andi Story’s bill would stabilize school districts’ budgeting process by changing what data is used for funding calculations.
State Government
Alaska lawmakers fail to override Dunleavy’s veto of corporate income tax bill
The attempt to override Dunleavy’s veto fell 10 votes short. House Speaker Bryce Edgmon said it foreshadowed difficult debates over the governor’s forthcoming fiscal plan.
WATCH: Gov. Dunleavy delivers 2026 State of the State address
Tune in starting at 6:30 p.m. for a discussion with Alaska Legislative Digest Publisher Tim Bradner, KNBA News Producer Rhonda McBride, and Alaska Public Media State Government Reporter Eric Stone before the speech.
In lawsuit, 2 school districts say Alaska fails to meet its constitutional obligation on public education
The lawsuit filed by the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District and Kuspuk School District seeks an injunction directing the state to fulfill its obligations on funding public schools and providing Alaska students “a sound basic education.”
Gov. Dunleavy says his fiscal plan will include a ‘temporary, seasonal sales tax’
Dunleavy plans to roll out more of his plan to stabilize the state’s finances starting next week, he said during a televised Cabinet meeting on Wednesday.
Foster youth organization sues OCS for alleged lack of food and necessities
The organization claims the Office of Children’s Services has failed to provide funds for food and basics to older youth placed in shelters and dormitories.