Alaska's senior economist warns the state's recovery is likely to lag the U.S., after 2020 downturns in the energy and tourism sectors.
Saturday, November 27, 2021
The States Reform Act would end the federal prohibition and give individual states the power to regulate cannabis, similar to alcohol. States could choose to ban marijuana or commercially regulate it. Here are details on the bill.
At roughly $30 billion, lots of money flowed to the state of Alaska from the federal stimulus, oil royalties and a higher return on investments.
Fort Wainwright and the Fairbanks International Airport are among recipients of federal grants announced by Sen. Lisa Murkowski.
The Blue Carbon for Our Planet Act would further research of carbon dioxide storage in "deep seafloor environments." It would map coastal ecosystems that naturally absorb greenhouse gases.
From an Inuit council to the Biden administration, a number of stakeholders are raising their profile and influence in Alaska and the Arctic region.
Political newcomer Kelly Tshibaka, who is running for the U.S. Senate, is keynote speaker today at a state GOP luncheon.
The Alaska-based center will be one of six regional security centers that the Defense Department operates and the first one to focus on the Arctic region.
Here's an early look at candidates who have declared their intentions to run in the Alaska primary for seats in the Legislature.
A House committee heard a proposal to use the Permanent Fund program to help pay for K-12 education in Alaska.
An independent cyber review of the state government's websites pointed to problems on public web pages available to anyone with a computer and internet access.
Rep. Don Young supported a bipartisan bill that former President Donald Trump opposed. Will there be fallout in Alaska?
The Alaska Redistricting Board adopted a final redistricting map on Wednesday, which will define legislative districts across the state for th…
The senator announced Friday that she is seeking a fourth term. She will oppose a Trump-backed challenger.
Rep. Don Young welcomes two new staff members from Alaska to his offices in Fairbanks and Washington, D.C.
Attorney General Treg Taylor said the new vaccine mandate withholds Medicare and Medicaid dollars to providers if they do not comply with a vaccine mandate for workers.
Detractors who say Republicans should not have supported the infrastructure bill under a Democratic president "have not looked at what it will will do for Alaska," the senator said in a press conference.
Rep. Don Young is hosting a virtual gallery of Alaskans' favorite photos on his social media accounts. Photographers of all skill levels are invited to submit.
The state of Alaska has been targeted in four separate known cyber attacks in less than two years. A cybersecurity expert testifying before a Senate joint committee said the IT infrastructure is still not secure.
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act funds will build and improve highways, bridges, railroads, ferries, airports, clean energy and broadband across Alaska.
Alaska Air's planet-friendly beverage service, federal lands for Alaska Native vets, big oil's mega-tax payments, and more in "Five Things to Know."
The “American Energy, Jobs and Climate Plan” was introduced by Republican Sens. Dan Sullivan of Alaska, Kevin Cramer of North Dakota and Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming.
Gov. Mike Dunleavy said he expects lawmakers to address a second Permanent Fund dividend for Alaskans when the Legislature convenes in January.
The “American Energy, Jobs and Climate Plan” emphasizes natural gas production, eases restrictions on fossil fuels and diversifies U.S. energy with more nuclear power, mining and renewables.
With oil prices at a seven-year high, the state is projecting an additional $1.2 billion in revenues.
Interior lawmakers interviewed expressed disappointment on the outcome of the fourth special session. They also talked about their priorities for 2022.
As a fourth special session ends, Gov. Mike Dunleavy criticized lawmakers for inaction. "The Legislature has done nothing," the governor said. Here are his remarks.
Nick Begich III is challenging U.S. Rep. Don Young, who originally filled the seat vacated by Begich's grandfather. A Republican businessman, Begich III hails from a political dynasty of Democrats in Alaska.
A majority of assembly members held that anything less than six House districts touching the borough would result in underrepresentation in the state Legislature.
Alaska joins several other states in a lawsuit over a federal mandate for government contractors to be vaccinated. There's more news in "Five Things to Know."
A public hearing is scheduled today on a proposal to change the process for appealing land use determinations.
Alaska Attorney General Treg Taylor, along with other state AGs, asserts that courts and agencies now extend the Clean Water Act to “puddles, ditches and drains in a way that neither the statute nor the Constitution can support.”
The proposal for a 2.5% state income tax would bring in about $600 million a year, Fairbanks Rep. Adam Wool told the News-Miner.
“This is the race to watch in the next election cycle,” said Cynthia Henry, a Republican National Committee member active in the Alaska Republican party.
ConocoPhillips Alaska affirmed its commitment to the Willow oil project. GVEA's plan for a renewable project loses power. And Defense employees face a Covid shot ultimatum. There's more news this week in "5 Things to Know."
Gov. Mike Dunleavy said the Legislature should consider a second Permanent Fund dividend payout given the financial hardships Alaskans are facing with higher gas and fuel prices, overall inflation, and supply chain problems.
Under Rep. Grier Hopkins’ plan, future dividend payments would comprise “a blend” of Permanent Fund earnings and royalty revenues from Alaska’s oil and gas resources.
The Alaska Redistricting Board is about halfway through a state tour and is hearing both criticism and support on six proposals under review. Members of the board visited Fairbanks on Monday.
Rep. Don Young is featured in new public service messages that urge residents to get vaccinated against the coronavirus.
Gen. Colin Powell's contributions as a military and government leader were remembered by U.S. Rep. Don Young and Sens. Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan.
Meet the five who make up the Alaska Redistricting Board.
The redistricting board wants feedback on new maps that change the state's legislative makeup.
A Fairbanks gold rush, an Arctic Circle summit and a state senator's Covid diagnosis are making news in politics, Alaska style.
A bill to levy a statewide sales tax would be difficult to implement by July 2022, the Revenue Department cautions lawmakers.
U.S. Rep. Don Young called the Alaska Safety Initiative report a blueprint for Congress, as he and Alaska’s two U.S. senators advocate for resources that support aviation safety in Alaska.
The redistricting board wants feedback on new maps that change the state's legislative makeup.
The Arctic Diplomacy Act of 2021 creates the role of assistant secretary of state for Arctic Affairs within the State Department.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski said she "made very clear to the President and the Department of Defense that the Ted Stevens Center for Arctic Security Studies should be located in Alaska."
An Alaska Native corporation, with assistance from Congressman Don Young, chartered a plane to safely transport employees remaining in Afghanistan.
The man, 65-year-old Jay Johnson, targeted Sens. Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan with threats of violence and death
Reps. David Eastman and Ben Carpenter said they are supporting a patient bill of rights that would allow workers to opt out of shot requirements.
