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Here are Alaska legislative priorities to watch this session

Alaska lawmakers gavel in, talk priorities on smooth first day of session

The first day always involves more pomp and circumstance than legislating, and this time was no exception — but senators offered some clues about the road ahead.

Alaska Dispatch News · 17h

Here are the Alaska legislative priorities to watch this session

With aligned majorities in the House and Senate, priorities are set to include education funding, public pensions and election reform.

Juneau Empire on MSN · 16h

Alaska senators outline key priorities in the opening day of the 34th Legislature

Money’s going to be tight, but a permanent education funding increase rather than another one-time increase is among the essential achievements needed this session, state Senate leaders said as the 34th Alaska State Legislature gaveled in Tuesday.

Alaska Beacon · 16h

Alaska Legislature opens new session on time and in order, a first since 2017

House and Senate leaders say a bill that increases education funding is likely to be a first priority for the Legislature this year.

Alaska Dispatch News · 16h

Photos: Opening Day of the 34th Alaska Legislature

The 34th Alaska Legislature opened its session in Juneau on Tuesday. Largely a day of ceremony, the legislators, family and friends convened in their respective chambers. Here’s a collection of photos from the day.

Trump, Alaska

The Associated Press on MSN · 13h

Trump targets Alaska's oil and other resources as environmentalists gear up for a fight

Alaska's political leaders are cheering an expansive executive order signed by President Donald Trump that aims to boost oil and gas drilling, mining and logging in the state

India Today · 1h

Explained: Why Trump is betting big on Alaska's oil, gas, and logging

President Trump’s sweeping executive order aims to boost Alaska’s oil, gas, mining, and logging industries, sparking support from state leaders but fierce opposition from environmental groups over climate and wildlife concerns.

Transport Topics · 7h

Trump Targets Alaska’s Oil and Other Resources

President Donald Trump’s expansive executive order aimed at boosting oil and gas drilling, mining and logging in Alaska is being cheered by state political leaders.

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Explore the Wonders and Adventure of Juneau Alaska

Tucked between the Gastineau Channel and majestic mountains, Juneau, Alaska, offers a rare blend of serene seclusion and ...

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Juneau city officials warn residents of potential measles exposure at SEA-TAC airport

An infected person flew from Seattle to Anchorage earlier this month around the same time multiple flights were leaving for ...

Alaska Dispatch News16h

Alaska Legislature convenes session with aligned bipartisan majorities in the House and Senate

The Senate reelected Kodiak Republican Sen. Gary Stevens to serve as president of the Senate and leader of a bipartisan ...

Alaska Native News5h

Alaska Senate Gavels in the 34th Alaska State Legislature

Senate Majority will Prioritize Education Funding, Retirement for Teachers and Public Employees, Energy, and Election Reform ...

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Northern highlights: Alaska's energy, security policies are the guide feds need amid transition, group says

Future 49, with proponents from civilian pilots to Gov. Mike Dunleavy, is primed to launch to promote Alaskan issues and its ...

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Election reform, transgender athlete ban, age verification for apps: More bills unveiled before Alaska legislative session

Alaska legislators on Friday unveiled a second batch of measures that were prefiled ahead of Tuesday's start to the legislative session. Eighty-one measures were announced last week. A further 20 ...

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