Gov. Mike Dunleavy convened a group of key lawmakers from the House and Senate to hammer out a compromise education funding bill that would avoid a veto.
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For fourth consecutive year, gas pipeline boss is Alaska’s top-paid public executive
Sen. Bert Stedman, R-Sitka, had the highest compensation among state legislators after a significant pay increase for all.
Lawmakers press Dunleavy administration on salary study as worker shortage continues
As of the end of 2024, the state had 2,905 unfilled jobs, a 16.6% vacancy rate. Some lawmakers are calling for the release of a draft report on state salaries as they assess the path forward.
Dunleavy outlines ‘omnibus’ education bill, setting stage for negotiations with lawmakers on school funding
Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s bill does not increase the state’s base student allocation. He has repeatedly called for any funding increases to be targeted and tied to reforms.
Alaska ranked choice repealers face more fines for campaign finance violations
On Monday, the Alaska Public Offices Commission fined Alaskans for Honest Elections, Alaskans for Honest Government, the Ranked Choice Education Association and Arthur Matthias a combined total of almost $157,000.
Salary board recommends automatic pay changes for Alaska governor, legislators, top officials
The switch to inflation-adjusted salaries will automatically take effect after the next election unless lawmakers and the governor reject it.