The Legislative Council voted 12-1 to approve filing a legal brief backing the lawsuit.
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 lawmakers grill Permanent Fund Corp. chair Richards over firing of executive director Rodell
The corporation’s board of trustees chair maintained that Rodell was an at-will state employee but declined to give details about why she was fired.
Alaska Legislative Council seeks to fund per diems after Gov. Dunleavy veto
Dunleavy said in June that it didn’t make sense for legislators to receive the money until they’ve resolved the future of permanent fund dividends.
Alaska legislators seek to change campaign contribution limits, permanent fund trustees
One bill would prevent legislators from receiving per diem payments if they fail to pass a budget by the 121st day of regular session.
Omicron wave hit Alaska this week, state health leaders say
State Chief Medical Officer Dr. Anne Zink said there has been a significant increase in cases over the past 24 hours.
University of Alaska students sue to protect fund for scholarships, medical education
The Alaska Higher Education Investment Fund has been under threat of being emptied of more than $400 million as a result of legislative budget fights.