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Alaska House committee advances plan for state immigrant welcoming office
The House State Affairs Committee heard testimony on legislation to create a comprehensive state office to coordinate services for immigrants, refugees, and other newcomers to Alaska.
by Alaska News2d ago2 min read7 viewsAI
Charter company seeks permit for fish camp near Ketchikan
A charter fishing company has applied for a state permit to operate a seasonal fish camp near Ketchikan, with public comments due by April 28.
by Alaska News18h ago1 min readBoat House Cove is located roughly 10 miles southeast of Ketchikan on Revillagigedo Island.1 viewAI
Fishermen's Fund Council to review claims, policies at May meeting
The Alaska Commercial Fishermen's Fund Advisory and Appeals Council will meet in May to review benefit claims and fund policies, with a public session on May 21.
by Alaska News4d ago1 min readJuneau, Alaska8 viewsAI
Alaska Industrial Development Authority Board Meeting April 10 in Ketchikan
Alaska's industrial development authority will hold a public board meeting in Ketchikan on April 10, 2026.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readKetchikan, Alaska7 viewsAI
State seeks public comment on Juneau fuel terminal replacement project
Alaska environmental officials are seeking public input on Petro Marine's plan to replace an aging fuel dock in Juneau's Gastineau Channel with a new steel structure and rock stabilization.
by Alaska News6d ago1 min readCity and Borough of Juneau, Alaska1 viewAI
Alaska State Parks seeks public input on Southeast region operations
Alaska State Parks is holding a public meeting to gather input on Southeast region park operations and recruit new advisory board members.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readSoutheast Alaska1 viewAI
Greens Creek Mine seeks permit for new wastewater pipeline in Hawk Inlet
A mining company is seeking a 15-year permit to install a new wastewater pipeline in Hawk Inlet near Juneau, with public comments due May 6.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readHawk Inlet, within the limits of the City and Borough of Juneau, approximately 18-miles southwest of Juneau International Airport1 viewAI
Alaska Tribes Removed 1.5M Pounds Marine Debris Despite Funding Barriers
Rural Alaska communities successfully cleaned massive amounts of marine debris from shores but face significant barriers accessing federal funding and resources needed to continue protecting subsistence areas.
by Alaska News9h ago3 min readAI
Alaska House Rejects 30% Cut to Regional Jail Funding Despite Low Use
The Alaska House of Representatives voted down an amendment that would have reduced funding increases for underutilized regional jails, with supporters citing 22% statewide utilization rates.
by Alaska News10h ago3 min readAI
Alaska House panel advances free school meals for reduced-price students
The House Education Committee moved forward a bill to eliminate meal costs for 3,326 students who qualify for reduced-price meals but struggle to afford full payment.
by Alaska News2d ago2 min readAI
House Finance passes Mount Edgecombe funding bill, advances mail theft measure
The House Finance Committee approved Senate Bill 146 to allow REAA funds for Mount Edgecombe High School and held its first hearing on House Bill 77 to make mail theft a state felony.
by Alaska News2d ago2 min readAI
Alaska House committee advances bill to expand early intervention eligibility
Committee heard testimony on legislation to lower developmental delay thresholds from 50% to 25% for early childhood services, potentially serving more children and saving millions in future special education costs.
by Alaska News2d ago2 min readAI
House Judiciary Confirms Four Governor Appointees to State Boards
The House Judiciary Committee reviewed four gubernatorial appointees to state oversight boards, including positions on judicial conduct, crime victim compensation, and police standards councils.
by Alaska News3d ago2 min readAI
House Education Committee Advances Bill to Boost Residential School Funding
The committee heard testimony on HB 380, which would increase funding for Alaska's nine residential school programs for the first time since 2015.
by Alaska News3d ago2 min readAI
Conference Committee Forms to Resolve HB 289 Budget Differences
A joint legislative conference committee convened to reconcile differences between House and Senate versions of the fiscal year 2026 supplemental budget.
by Alaska News3d ago2 min readAI
House Passes Barbers Board Reform, Honors NICU Lifesaving Work
The House unanimously passed legislation streamlining professional licensing for barbers and hairdressers while recognizing healthcare achievements at Alaska's only children's hospital.
by Alaska News3d ago1 min readAI
House Committee Extends Deadline for AI Personhood Amendment
The House Judiciary Committee postponed a vote on a constitutional amendment that would deny personhood rights to artificial intelligence systems after members requested more time to study the proposal.
by Alaska News3d ago2 min readAI
Wildlife refuge bill faces pushback over jet ski ban, firearm restrictions
House Resources Committee heard testimony on HB 321, which would redesignate state wildlife areas and ban personal watercraft in Kachemak Bay.
by Alaska News3d ago3 min readAI
Alaska Senate Passes Russian Seafood Import Ban Extension Resolution
The Alaska Senate unanimously approved a resolution supporting continued federal prohibition on Russian seafood imports to protect the state's fishing industry.
by Alaska News3d ago2 min readAI
State seeks public input on disability job services at May meeting
Alaska's rehabilitation committee seeks public input on state job services for people with disabilities during a May teleconference meeting.
by Alaska News6d ago1 min readStatewideAI
State seeks public input on workers' comp medical fees at four meetings
Alaska's Medical Services Review Committee is holding four public meetings to gather input on workers' compensation medical fee schedules for 2027.
by Alaska News6d ago1 min readStatewideAI
State renews 25-year lease for Neets Creek salmon hatchery operation
Alaska renewed a 25-year lease for a salmon hatchery operation near Ketchikan, with an appeal deadline of April 27 for eligible parties.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readNeets Creek watershed on Revillagigedo Island, AlaskaAI
State seeks vendors for vending machines in Juneau government buildings
Alaska's Department of Labor is seeking contractors to operate vending machines in government buildings in Juneau, with proposals due April 27, 2026.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readJuneau AreaAI