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Alaska Congressman Don Young, dean of the house, has died at 88

State law requires it to be filled through a special election, which would be conducted with a special primary election between 60 and 90 days from now followed by a special election 60 days later.

Alaska Congressman Don Young, dean of the house, has died at 88
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Previewing the redistricting trial's date with the Alaska Supreme Court

Let's break down the main issues at hand. And in non-redistricting news, the House passes campaign contribution limits.

Previewing the redistricting trial's date with the Alaska Supreme Court
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Legislature oks subpoenas as investigation into firing of APFC’s Rodell escalates

Also, at long last, the House passes bills that have been the subject of lengthy amendment sessions. Meanwhile, the Senate breezes through anti-vax legislation that has a sneaky clause.

Legislature oks subpoenas as investigation into firing of APFC’s Rodell escalates
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Republican legislator's bias proves hairstyle protection bill is needed

Also: Testimony on the anti-trans athlete bill; The House Republicans go to bat for unlimited money in politics; and Dunleavy boasts about windfall... by asking for the same thing.

Republican legislator's bias proves hairstyle protection bill is needed
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What are we even doing anymore?

We’re nearly two months into the legislative session. The oil revenue rollercoaster is taking us on another ride while the House minority bogs things down with unhinged amendments.

What are we even doing anymore?
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Dunleavy admin wants to keep the door open on Russian investments

The Legislature is considering legislation that would force the state to divest with few exceptions. The Dunleavy administration previewed legislation that would only clamp down on a fraction.

Dunleavy admin wants to keep the door open on Russian investments
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House votes repeal law allowing 14- and 15-year-olds to be married

The decision wasn't unanimous.

House votes repeal law allowing 14- and 15-year-olds to be married
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Bill would be a game-changer for child care, so of course there's extreme-right opposition to it

It's an interesting idea, but only if you think parents (specifically mothers) should be able to have a job other than being a parent.

Bill would be a game-changer for child care, so of course there's extreme-right opposition to it
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Contribution limits are a longshot after Dunleavy sides with unlimited money

Let’s explore what that might mean for campaigning moving forward.

Contribution limits are a longshot after Dunleavy sides with unlimited money
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For a Few Unlimited Dollars More. Regulators open the door to unlimited political contributions

Also, the Senate Education Committee heard an anti-trans bill that is, frankly, gross.

For a Few Unlimited Dollars More. Regulators open the door to unlimited political contributions