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Natural gas storage company seeks rate changes, comments due April 28
Cook Inlet Natural Gas Storage Alaska has filed a proposal with state regulators to adjust its storage service rates, with public comments due April 28.
by Alaska News16h ago1 min readStatewide3 viewsAI
Alaska Special Education Crisis: 200 Teaching Positions Unfilled Statewide
Education officials testified about a severe special education staffing crisis with 200 unfilled positions and a 14% increase in students with disabilities despite steady enrollment.
by Alaska News3d ago1 min read24 viewsAI
Alaska Native Groups Push for Fishing Permit Reform After $7.5B Exodus
Alaska Federation of Natives presented research showing $7.5 billion in salmon earnings have left the state through non-resident permit holders since 1975, devastating rural fishing communities.
by Alaska News10h ago2 min read1 viewAI
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
Agriculture board to review loan applications at Palmer meeting April 21
The Alaska Board of Agriculture and Conservation will meet April 21 in Palmer to review loan applications and conduct board business, with public attendance available in person or online.
by Alaska News16h ago1 min readPalmer, AK1 viewAI
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
Senate Panel Questions DNR Commissioner Nominee on Gas Development
The Senate Resources Committee conducted a confirmation hearing for John Crowther, the governor's nominee for Commissioner of the Department of Natural Resources.
by Alaska News3d ago2 min read7 viewsAI
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 Department of Law seeks vendors for new legal case management system
Alaska's Department of Law is seeking contractors to modernize its legal case management system with cloud-based software.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readStatewide7 viewsAI
State seeks bids for Lake Hood Seaplane Base runway improvements
Alaska is seeking construction bids for runway and taxiway improvements at Anchorage's Lake Hood Seaplane Base, with bids due May 1, 2026.
by Alaska News4d ago1 min readAnchorage, Alaska3 viewsAI
Alaska House Panel Advances Bill to Speed Up State Contract Payments
The House Finance Committee narrowly approved legislation requiring faster payment of state contracts despite concerns about $1 million+ costs and potential consequences for small nonprofits.
by Alaska News2d ago2 min read1 viewAI
Senate panel considers tougher penalties for fatal hit-and-run crashes
The Alaska Senate Judiciary Committee heard testimony on legislation that would increase prison sentences for drivers who kill pedestrians and flee the scene.
by Alaska News2d ago2 min read1 viewAI
House Finance committee debates pharmacist prescribing bill amid abortion concerns
House Bill 195 would expand pharmacist prescribing authority but faces intense scrutiny over whether collaborative practice agreements could enable abortion medication access.
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Alaska seeks nonprofit partners to run senior residential programs
Alaska's health department is seeking organizations to operate state-funded residential facilities for seniors who need supportive housing.
by Alaska News5d ago1 min readStatewide3 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
Alaska's Railbelt power grid committee to meet behind closed doors April 15
A technical subcommittee for Alaska's Railbelt power grid will hold a closed meeting on April 15 to discuss grid issues.
by Alaska News5d ago1 min readStatewide2 viewsAI
Mayors Oppose Alaska LNG Tax Bill, Cite Revenue Concerns
Five borough mayors testified against Senate Bill 280's proposed tax structure for the Alaska LNG project, citing significant revenue losses and inadequate impact compensation.
by Alaska News3d ago2 min read1 view100% readAI
State seeks bids for online training services, proposals due April 28
Alaska is seeking contractors to provide online training services for state employees, with bids due April 28.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readStatewide3 viewsAI
Chugach State Park Advisory Board to Meet April 13 in Anchorage
The Chugach State Park Citizen Advisory Board will meet April 13 in Anchorage with remote participation options available.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readBP Energy Center located at 1014 Energy Ct, Anchorage, AK 995083 viewsAI
Public Meeting on Disabilities and Special Education Set for April 9
The Governor's Council on Disabilities and Special Education is hosting a virtual public meeting on April 9 to discuss advocacy workshops and planning activities.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readStatewide4 viewsAI
Kenai River Advisory Board seeks public input at April 9 meeting
The Kenai River advisory board is holding a public meeting April 9 to gather community input on watershed management issues.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readSoldotna Public Library2 viewsAI
ConocoPhillips seeks to renew North Slope road easement and upgrade
ConocoPhillips is seeking state approval to renew a North Slope road easement and upgrade the route with additional gravel and culvert improvements to support the Willow Development project.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readNorth Slope2 viewsAI
Airport Sign Installation Project Seeks Contractors at Anchorage Airport
Alaska DOT is seeking contractor bids for a federally funded aircraft sign installation project at Anchorage International Airport, with bids due April 24, 2026.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readTed Stevens Anchorage International Airport, Anchorage, Alaska3 viewsAI
State seeks engineering firm to fix leaky roof at Creamer's Field bunkhouse
Alaska is seeking an engineering firm to design roof repairs for a leaky historic bunkhouse at Creamer's Field used by Fish and Game offices.
by Alaska News5d ago1 min readCreamer's Field in Fairbanks1 viewAI
University of Alaska Board of Regents to Hold Public Meetings in May
The University of Alaska Board of Regents will hold public meetings in May 2026 with opportunities for public testimony.
by Alaska News5d ago1 min readStatewide1 viewAI
Alaska earthquake safety panel meets April 16 via teleconference
Alaska's earthquake safety commission is holding a public teleconference on April 16 to discuss seismic hazards and safety measures.
by Alaska News5d ago1 min readStatewide1 viewAI
Premier Alaska Tours seeks expanded space at Anchorage airport
Premier Alaska Tours Inc. is seeking additional space at Anchorage airport for tour operations, with public comments due by May 9, 2026.
by Alaska News5d ago1 min readTed Stevens Anchorage International Airport, Anchorage, Alaska1 viewAI
Fairbanks transportation planners to discuss Chena Riverwalk, roundabout
The Fairbanks transportation planning board will meet April 15 to discuss the Chena Riverwalk project, a new roundabout, and other local transportation matters.
by Alaska News5d ago1 min readFairbanks, Alaska1 viewAI
Fairbanks Transportation Board to Preview Upcoming Policy Meeting
The Fairbanks transportation planning board will hold a public work session to preview their upcoming policy meeting agenda.
by Alaska News5d ago1 min read100 Cushman Street, Suite 215, Fairbanks, Alaska1 viewAI
State seeks authority to regulate carbon storage wells, hearing May 14
Alaska is applying for federal authority to regulate carbon dioxide storage wells and seeking public comment at a May 14 hearing.
by Alaska News5d ago1 min readStatewide1 viewAI
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 Air National Guard seeks bids for water heater replacement
The Alaska Air National Guard is seeking contractor bids for a water heater replacement project with quotes due April 29, 2026.
by Alaska News6d ago1 min readStatewide1 viewAI
New Water Quality Rules for Copper Now in Effect Statewide
Alaska has adopted new water quality regulations that provide an alternative method for calculating acceptable copper discharge limits in state waterways.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readStatewide2 views100% readAI
UAA seeks contractors for library boiler replacement project
The University of Alaska Anchorage is seeking contractor bids for a library boiler replacement project, with submissions due April 28, 2026.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readConsortium Library, 3211 Providence Drive, Anchorage, AK 995081 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
Seward State Park Advisory Board seeks public input at April 13 meeting
The Seward State Park Advisory Board will meet April 13 to gather public input on state park matters affecting the Seward area.
by Alaska News4m ago1 min readSewardAI
Alaska considers ban on driverless commercial trucks amid safety debate
The Alaska House Community and Regional Affairs Committee heard testimony on HB 217, which would require human drivers in all commercial autonomous vehicles, effectively banning driverless operations statewide.
by Alaska News9h ago3 min readAI
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
Senate panel advances retirement bill despite $400M cost shift concern
The Senate Finance Committee moved forward with HB 78, a retirement reform bill that would shift nearly $400 million in unfunded liability costs from municipalities to the state over 13 years.
by Alaska News9h ago3 min readAI