The Juneau Board of Education on Tuesday approved its legislative priorities for the next year.
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Stedman says hydro funds tight, otter bill will change
There won’t be many appropriations for Southeast Alaska projects this legislative session. That’s the word from Sitka Senator Bert Stedman, who represents most of the region.
Alaska lawmakers file bill to create Dr. Walter Soboleff Day
November 14th of every year would be Dr. Walter Soboleff Day. Another proposed bill would make 20 Alaska Native languages official state languages.
Former Haines Rep. Thomas files to run for state office in 2014
Thomas did not specify which office he will seek, but could run for either House or Senate representing Juneau.
Juneau legislators react to governor’s proposed budget
Juneau lawmakers are concerned about the impact of budget reductions on education funding.
Juneau funnymen to skewer lawmakers in 6 webisodes
Alaska lawmakers and politicians will have a few more committed critics to contend with this session.
Elton Engstrom Jr. dies
Services are pending for former Juneau legislator Elton Engstrom, Jr., who has died at the age of 78.
Local union members learn how to talk about right-to-work
Alaska is not a right-to-work state. But with a Republican dominated legislature and executive branch, it is seen as a state where legislation could pass.
Former Sen. Bill Ray dies
Longtime former Juneau resident and former state senator Bill Ray has died. He was 91.
City and Borough of Juneau keeping track of Marketplace Fairness Act
Juneau officials are keeping an eye on legislation making its way through Congress that would allow states to collect sales tax on online purchases.