JUNEAU – A new bill from Representative Zack Fields aims to improve health-care access and outcomes by eliminating cost-sharing for diagnostic breast exams. House Bill 285 eliminates the patient’s out-of-pocket costs for diagnostic and supplemental breast imaging, including MRIs and ultrasounds. While screening mammograms are already fully covered under applicable plans, it is estimated that […]
JUNEAU – Tuesday, Governor Mike Dunleavy provided his annual State of the State speech to a joint session of the Alaska legislature. Senate President Gary Stevens, R-Kodiak, provided the following response: “I appreciate the Governor articulating his vision and sharing it with both the legislature and the public. While there may be debates on how […]
Alaska State Troopers. responded to a Craig residence. after receiving a report. of serious property damage and a disturbance at that location on Saturday. When troopers arrived at the residence. they found Michael Starr, age 33 of Juneau. who was only clothed in a sweatshirt, and was covered in blood. Officers observed broken glass and […]
As the second session of the 33rd Legislature approaches, members of the Alaska House Coalition reaffirm their priorities and commitment to Alaskans. “From addressing the education funding crisis and developing Alaska’s workforce to passing a sustainable budget that adequately funds essential services, we have a lot on our plate this year,” said Minority Leader Rep. […]