Lawmakers from both parties appear to agree: school funding should be increased. But by how much — and whether the bill that passes will survive a veto — is unclear.
State Government
Alaska House advances deficit-fixing budget bill, but there’s a catch
The House failed to pass a supermajority vote that unlocks a key state savings account.
Visitors to Alaska State Capitol will be screened under newly awarded contract
Legislative leaders said it would be unwise to wait for a security incident to occur before requiring screenings.
Bill would protect foster kids from unnecessary stays in psychiatric wards in Alaska
If it becomes law, kids will have the right to a hearing within seven days to determine whether the acute psychiatric placement is necessary.
State imposes ‘unprecedented’ conservation measures for Gulf of Alaska Chinook salmon
Facing potential endangered species status for Gulf of Alaska king salmon, the Alaska Department of Fish and Game is rolling out fishing restrictions across western Alaska.
Alaska school officials say layoff notices are going out, budget uncertainty costing districts
Education officials and advocates testified Monday to the high costs of teacher layoffs, budget uncertainty and difficulty of recruiting new educators to Alaska.