JUNEAU – On Saturday, Senate President Gary Stevens, R-Kodiak, and House Speaker Bryce Edgmon, I-Dillingham, sent a letter to Alaska’s congressional delegation urging them to take immediate action against recent federal policies that endanger the state’s economy and the well-being of Alaskans. The letter highlights several recent federal decisions that could cost the state billions […]
JUNEAU, AK – Friday, Governor Mike Dunleavy outlined his education policy package he proposed to the Alaska legislature. Senate President Gary Stevens, R-Kodiak, issued the following statement in response: “Public education is a foundation of our economy and it is a right that every young Alaskan has, and if we want to attract the best […]
Senate Majority will Prioritize Education Funding, Retirement for Teachers and Public Employees, Energy, and Election Reform JUNEAU – Tuesday at 1:00 p.m., the Alaska Senate gaveled in the 34th Alaska State Legislature. Senator Gary Stevens, R-Kodiak, was officially elected as Senate President by his colleagues. Senator Cathy Giessel, R-Anchorage, will serve as Majority Leader, and […]
House Bill 344 also allows schools to provide healthcare services to more students. Anchorage—On August 30, House Bill 344 became law without the Governor’s signature. Governor Dunleavy sponsored the bill, which allows the Alaska Department of Health to apply for a waiver from the federal government to establish a demonstration project that uses Medicaid funding […]