Sen. Lisa Murkowski says she’s likely to back Trump disapproval
House Democrats introduced a resolution Friday to block the national emergency declaration. If it passes the Democratic-controlled House, it would go to the Republican-held Senate.
Soldotna lawmaker calls Dunleavy budget plan perfect tool for engaging Alaskans
Sen. Peter Micciche said Alaska residents can help decide if they want to “live essentially like cavemen” without services they count on or if they want to find a different balance.
90-day comment period for Pebble mine review is inadequate, Sullivan says
Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan says more time is needed to review a document of that size and importance.
Alaska cannabis industry cites uncertainty under Gov. Dunleavy
Dunleavy has made new appointments to the five-member Marijuana Control Board while also planning to propose repealing its existence.
Murkowski worries about precedent with emergency declaration
The Alaska Republican did not explicitly say Tuesday whether she would support a resolution of disapproval if one came before the Senate.
Some Alaska lawmakers say new ethics rules are too limiting
Senate Majority Leader Mia Costello said legislators are erring on the side of caution and in some cases declining meetings.
Data suggests opioid-related overdose deaths in Alaska down
Preliminary numbers released by the state indicate the number of opioid-related overdose deaths in Alaska fell between 2017 and 2018.
Another vote for Alaska House speaker fails amid ongoing negotiations
Without an organized majority, the House has been unable to set up formal committees or hold bill hearings.
Alaska governor’s candidate screening process under scrutiny
Three people picked for prominent positions quit or declined roles, two after offensive social media posts came to light and one after questions were raised about his work history.
Alaska attorney general says he can set aside personal views
Alaska’s attorney general says he can set aside his personal views on issues like abortion in performing his duties.
Dunleavy appointments shake up board regulating Alaska marijuana industry
A law enforcement officer newly appointed to the board that regulates Alaska’s legal marijuana industry said the issue of onsite consumption should be revisited, if possible.
Emmett says he’s being replaced on Alaska marijuana board
Brandon Emmett says Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s boards and commissions director told him Dunleavy was going “in another direction” and Emmett’s service was no longer needed.