Panetta Blasts Congress for Failure to Avert Sequestration
WASHINGTON – Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta blasted Congress this weekend for threatening the Defense Department with sequestration he said would be devastating to the force.
Senator Begich Continues Efforts to Halt the Move of F-16 Squadron from Eielson
Yesterday, Senator Begich sent a letter to Senators Carl Levin and John McCain asking that the DOD Force Structure not be approved until the Department of Defense conducts cost,risk and feasibility assessments. Levin and McCain are the chairman and ranking member in the Senate Armed Services Committee.
Senate Passes Bill to Help School Districts Cope with Skyrocketing Transportation Costs
Senate Bill 182 ensures Alaskan schools aren't forced to choose between classroom needs and getting kids to school
Senate Passes Safe Homes, Healthy Families Bill
Senate Bill 27 bans toxic chemicals in mattresses, furniture and electronics