It became clear that the largest stumbling block is how much and how quickly to scale back tax credits for the oil and gas industry.
North Slope
Legislature confirms Hopkins to AGDC board, Williams as corrections chief
A joint session of both houses voted 31-27 to confirm Hopkins to the Alaska Gasline Development Corporation board.
Oil and gas tax credit debate rages ahead of legislative session end
The debate reveals a deep divide among lawmakers over how to respond to low oil prices – and the resulting state budget gap.
Power Cost Equalization Fund could pay for community assistance
The concept arose from a concern over Senate Bill 210, which would reduce the amount that municipalities receive in revenue sharing.
Caelus Energy announces major cuts, sharply criticizes Walker oil tax bill
North Slope oil producer Caelus Energy announced Friday it will lay off 25 percent of its 80-person workforce and suspend drilling at the Oooguruk oil field, potentially affecting hundreds more contractor jobs.
Senate committee grills Hopkins on AGDC appointment
The Senate Resources Committee questioned whether Hopkins and other board members have the experience needed to make important decisions about the proposed AKLNG pipeline.