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Gov. Dunleavy proposes bill to streamline Alaska sexual assault kit tracking system
Gov. Mike Dunleavy has introduced legislation to set a statewide tracking system in place for sexual assault kits, and ensure ...
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Gov. Dunleavy proposes new limits on Alaskans’ ability to record conversations
A new proposal from Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy would require all sides of a conversation to consent before that conversation ...
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Alaska’s test scores fuel political debate on future of schools
Education officials point to broader issues of budget cuts, staff shortages, and COVID-19 pandemic impacts on student ...
‘It’s crystal clear now, there isn’t cash lying around': Alaska Senate majority discuss education funding concerns
The Alaska Senate majority met to discuss public education funding concerns Tuesday with hopes of mitigating further arguments.
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Gov. Dunleavy’s new Alaska education working group starts closed-door talks on consensus deal
A small group of legislators and a member of the governor’s office are meeting behind closed doors to try to resolve the ...
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Education bill negotiations with Gov. Dunleavy off to a 'productive' start, lawmakers say
Gov. Mike Dunleavy convened a group of key lawmakers from the House and Senate to hammer out a compromise education funding ...
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Alaska is running a significant deficit, latest fiscal estimates show
Higher-than-forecast oil prices may take a bite out of the deficit, but spending from savings will likely still be needed.
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Lawmakers press Dunleavy administration on salary study as worker shortage continues
As of the end of 2024, the state had 2,905 unfilled jobs, a 16.6% vacancy rate. Some lawmakers are calling for the release of ...
Gov. Dunleavy unveils education legislation that would boost Alaska homeschooling and charter schools, setting up a battle with lawmakers
Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy introduced an education package on Friday that's expected to launch a contentious debate on education policy during this year's legislative session. Leaders in both the House ...
Warriors trade deadline: Steve Kerr says team isn't in position to 'stand pat' if something 'makes sense'
With next Thursday's NBA trade deadline fast approaching, the Golden State Warriors are one of the teams everyone is keeping an eye on. Are they going to pull the trigger on a big move for a Zach ...
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Dunleavy outlines ‘omnibus’ education bill, setting stage for negotiations with lawmakers on school funding
Gov. Mike Dunleavy's bill does not increase the state's base student allocation. He has repeatedly called for any funding ...
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Gov. Dunleavy introduces education legislation he says aims to tackle school policy reforms
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy introduced new education legislation aimed at addressing school policy reforms, like expanding ...