April 24th, 1913
Bill protecting access to low-level marijuana convictions passes House
JUNEAU – Wednesday, the Alaska House of Representatives passed legislation by Representative Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins which would make confidential the records of individuals who have been convicted of minor marijuana crimes. Despite the legalization of marijuana in 2014, many Alaskans remain blocked from employment and housing due to previous marijuana convictions. According to the Department of […]
Alaska Senate Passes the Alaska Reads Act
JUNEAU – The Alaska Senate today unanimously passed Senate Bill 111, an important effort to improve reading skills through increased accountability, well placed resources, and by recognizing that students must be ready to learn when they enter kindergarten. “Reading is the key by which every other subject is unlocked. Now is the time to rise […]
Private Vehicle Rental Bill by Rep. Adam Wool Heads to Senate
JUNEAU – The House passed legislation today by Representative Adam Wool which brings vehicle rental networks in line with the regulatory framework of Alaska’s car rental industry, relieves a regulatory burden on Alaskans, and helps the State to capture millions in lost revenue. Vehicle rental networks (Turo, Getaround, Snappcar) are rental car businesses that use […]