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Dunleavy proposes crackdown on unpermitted public protests

Politics Alaska Beacon -
Gov. Mike Dunleavy said his proposal to criminalize unpermitted street protests is aimed at increasing public safety. But, civil rights advocates say the potential infringement of Alaskans’ First Amendment rights is concerning
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House Republicans reject all school funding increases on first day of education amendments

Education Matt Acuña Buxton -
Collapse of omnibus education bill halts baseline school funding increase, leaving focus on boosting internet speeds for remote schools, with amendments pending.
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House GOP’s education bill hits another snag

Education Matt Acuña Buxton -
The House Majority’s 20 Republican members voted for advancing the omnibus, but every other member of the House — the 16 members of the Minority, the three non-Republicans in the Majority, and the caucus-less far-right Rep. David Eastman — voted against it.
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Legislators seek answers on state’s rejected transportation plan

Federal Government Matt Acuña Buxton -
The statewide transportation improvement plan is a comprehensive plan covering the state’s highways, ferries and other methods of transportation over the next four years. Alaska is alone as the only state to have its plan rejected by the federal government.
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Federal highway officials reject Alaska transportation plan, citing 24 pages of flaws

Federal Government James Brooks, Alaska Beacon -
Alaska’s summer construction season would be disrupted unless the state can fix the flaws before the end of the month
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Alaska legislators consider food stamp reform amid backlog

State Government Matt Acuña Buxton -
Alaska lawmakers may change food stamp rules to reduce backlog and help low-income families save.
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Vance apologizes for complaining tribal justice hearing excluded white women

Politics Matt Acuña Buxton -
During Monday’s floor session, Rep. Sarah Vance offered an apology of sorts. She called her comments “less than gracious” and said it wasn’t her intention to minimize the issues facing Alaska Native women.
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Gov. Dunleavy backs Texas’ standoff with federal government, dismisses talk of Civil War

Federal Government Matt Acuña Buxton -
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy voices support for Texas in its border standoff with the federal government, signaling intent to deploy the Alaska National Guard pending legislative funding.
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With looming gas shortages, Alaska legislators question underperforming Cook Inlet fields

Oil & Gas Matt Acuña Buxton -
Enstar officials' warning about nearing gas depletion prompts talks on gas shortages and strategies to boost Cook Inlet production.
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School administrators plea with legislators for increased funding

Education Matt Acuña Buxton -
School districts face the possibility of larger classes, fewer teachers and closures due to stagnant education budgets.
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