JUNEAU – The Alaska House of Representatives on Thursday voted 24-to-14 to pass the operating budget bill, House Bill 39. The budget expresses the House Majority’s commitment to streamline government while also protecting schools, public safety, and other critical services that underpin our economy. “We recognize that we have a deficit and must make […]
Rep. Geran Tarr works with Oregon, Washington officials to promote Pacific Northwest salmon JUNEAU – State representatives from three states are introducing resolutions and a joint memorial this week to recognize 2019 as International Year of the Salmon. By declaring this year International Year of the Salmon, organizations around the world will work collaboratively on […]
Alaska representatives pose tough questions on scoping, comment extension denial, and financial feasibility of “Small” mine Juneau, AK, – In a hearing cut short yesterday by the Army Corps of Engineers (Corps), the Alaska House Resources Committee heard about the Pebble project Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) from Corps staff , Sheila Newman and […]
JUNEAU – The Department of Health and Social Services recently entered into a contract with Wellpath, an out-of-state company that has a troubling track record of health and safety issues, to take over operation and management of the Alaska Psychiatric Institute. The State made the unusual decision of awarding Wellpath a sizable contract without […]