The board chose a Senate map for Anchorage drawn by board member Bethany Marcum. She was appointed by Gov. Mike Dunleavy.
Andrew Kitchenman
State Government Reporter, Alaska Public Media & KTOO
State government plays an outsized role in the life of Alaskans. As the state continues to go through the painful process of deciding what its priorities are, I bring Alaskans to the scene of a government in transition.
Alaska Redistricting Board chooses map that emphasizes compact districts in Anchorage
Board member Budd Simpson said the benefits of more compact districts in the final map make it more likely to withstand a legal challenge than a proposal by Bethany Marcum, a fellow appointee of Gov. Mike Dunleavy.
Fourth special session ends quietly for Alaska Legislature
The Senate held just one regular floor session during the special session, on its first day, while the House held two regular floor sessions.
Higher oil price could affect debate on Alaska’s long-term budget plan
Ketchikan independent Rep. Dan Ortiz says that even with the higher forecast for oil prices, he’s not more likely to back Dunleavy’s PFD proposal. He said it must be weighed against the state’s other needs and the importance of protecting the permanent fund.
Rise in oil prices could add $1.2B in state revenue for Alaska, preliminary forecast says
State slightly lowers forecast for production due to uncertainty over large projects.
Alaska Legislature breaks record for days in session, with frustration rising to the surface
Gov. Dunleavy said it would be pointless to hold a fifth special session.