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Dunleavy’s sales tax proposal flops with legislators, local governments and Alaskans

Commentary Matt Acuña Buxton - February 9, 2026

There were a series of hearings the House Finance Committee held on Republican Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s omnibus tax bill on Thursday.

Poll shows Sen. Dan Sullivan hits a new low with Alaskans

Elections The Alaska Current - February 5, 2026

A new statewide poll suggests Alaska voters are becoming more skeptical of U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan

Alaska’s ferry system could run out of funding this summer due to ‘federal chaos problem’

Federal Government James Brooks, Alaska Beacon - February 5, 2026

A shift in state funding could help, but a big gap likely remains unless a key federal grant is issued.

In new agreement with state, Indigenous landowners soften resistance to Ambler Road

Environment Nathaniel Herz, Northern Journal - February 5, 2026

Three Alaska Native corporations and the state agency pushing the Ambler Road quietly signed a nonbinding agreement late last year.

Alaska’s public sector pay isn’t competitive and Gov. Dunleavy is in no hurry to change that

News Matt Acuña Buxton - February 5, 2026

If you’ve been wondering when the state is going to finally implement the results of last year’s long-overdue salary study, you’re not alone.

Sound off: Tell legislators what you think about the governor’s sales tax plan

News Matt Acuña Buxton - February 4, 2026

A week after Gov. Mike Dunleavy introduced his omnibus fiscal bill, Alaskans will have an opportunity to let lawmakers know what they think of the tax plan.

JKT hopes to bring the bipartisan coalition mindset to the governor’s office

Elections Matt Acuña Buxton - February 4, 2026

Sitka Democrat Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins has officially joined the race for governor, making him the third Democrat and 16th candidate to join the race.

Most new taxes would hit working-class Alaskans harder than the rich, report finds

News Matt Acuña Buxton - February 2, 2026

A new report released last week dives into the nuances of different budget-balancing tactics and how they impact jobs and household income.

Dunleavy’s fiscal plan: Sales tax for you, tax cuts for corporations

News Matt Acuña Buxton - January 27, 2026

Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s omnibus tax bill landed with a thud on Monday.

‘Our government is out of control,’ Alaska legislator says, calling for end to state aid for ICE

Federal Government James Brooks, Alaska Beacon - January 26, 2026

Chairs of state military committee ask questions about unconfirmed deployment of U.S. soldiers from Anchorage to Minnesota.

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