For the first time since 2010, the Alaska State Legislature has wrapped up in time. They approved 71 bills, a $2.2 billion capital budget, and a 737-mile in-state gasline.
State Government
Legislature Approves Tax Cut for Oil Companies
After years of fighting for it, Gov. Sean Parnell has gotten his major legislative priority through: a reduction of the state’s oil tax rate.
Voter-ID bill still drawing opposition
A bill adding new voter identification requirements could go to the full House before the Legislature adjourns Sunday.
Measure Changing School District Health Plans Speeding Through Legislature
Right now, school districts negotiate their own health insurance plans. This bill would change that by allowing a state commissioner to select a plan for all districts
Alaska Senate Passes “Stand Your Ground” Law
Alaska is set to put a “Stand Your Ground” law on the books.
Legislature approves interior gas trucking plan
The legislature has approved a plan allowing for natural gas to be trucked from the North Slope down to Fairbanks. It’s seen as a way of bringing down energy costs in the Interior.