JUNEAU – Rep. Ivy Spohnholz saw her legislation to broaden Alaskans’ access to dental care pass the House floor today in a vote of 34-1. If passed, HB 111 will establish a special permit to allow experienced, Alaska-licensed dental hygienists to provide preventative oral health care to underserved populations. “Oral hygiene plays a critical role […]
‘I ask my colleagues to join me in ending the silence’ JUNEAU – Wednesday, House Bill 325 was introduced by Representative Sara Rasmussen (R-Sand Lake) to update Alaska’s antiquated domestic violence statutes by incorporating image-based sexual abuse to the definition of domestic violence. “It is my hope that the House Majority will take swift action […]
JUNEAU – A bipartisan effort to stem the tide of invasive species entering Alaska passed the House today with a vote of 33-2. House Bill 54 would create the Alaska Invasive Species Council within the Department of Fish and Game. The council, comprised of volunteer experts and stakeholder groups including tribal and non-governmental organizations, would […]
JUNEAU- Tuesday, the Alaska Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 9 modernizing laws governing Alaska’s alcohol industry. The total Title 4 rewrite bill allows the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board to regulate the alcoholic beverage industry in a manner that promotes public safety and health while supporting the industry’s continued growth and economic viability. “Although Alaskans focus […]