Juneau lawmakers debate multiple bills as midnight deadline nears for legislature [Video]

Juneau lawmakers debate multiple bills as midnight deadline nears for legislature

Updated: May. 14, 2024 at 6:33 PM AKDT

After much debate amongst lawmakers, the Alaska Legislature announced Tuesday plans to approve a combined Permanent Fund dividend and energy relief check for approximately $1,650.

Updated: May. 14, 2024 at 8:31 AM AKDT

The Alaska Legislature’s regular session is set to wrap up on Wednesday, but a number of major policy measures remain to be resolved — including bills about energy and the amount of the Permanent Fund dividend.

Updated: May. 9, 2024 at 6:00 PM AKDT

The House and Senate passed a flurry of bills Thursday, dealing with access to contraceptives, teacher shortage, and creating a civil penalty for those who use artificial intelligence to harm others.

Updated: May. 7, 2024 at 6:00 PM AKDT

Lawmakers reject state Board of Education appointee in joint session

Updated: Apr. 30, 2024 at 5:25 PM AKDT

Rep. David Eastman took time to address legislative challenges in Juneau and why he has proposed so many amendments to bills …