Alaska’s state government would formally recognize all of Alaska’s 229 federally recognized tribes under legislation passed Friday by the state Senate in a 15-0 vote.
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Alaska House rejects $5,500 payout, sends budget to negotiating committee
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Bill aimed at reducing hair discrimination in schools is headed to governor
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