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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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House votes repeal law allowing 14- and 15-year-olds to be married
The decision wasn't unanimous.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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