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Alaska House advances bill to boost free legal aid for vulnerable Alaskans | Alaska Beacon Supporters say the Alaska Legal Services Corporation is critical for assistance in housing disputes, financial abuse cases, for seniors, veterans and people with disabilities.

Alaska House advances bill to boost free legal aid for vulnerable Alaskans, writes @seanbmaguire.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2026/02/26/a...

House Judiciary Committee Investigative Hearing: Detention of Minors by ICE in Alaska Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled

Last week a Soldotna mother and her children were taken into custody by I.C.E. This appears to be the 1st time that children have been detained in Alaska. The House Judiciary Committee will be holding an investigative hearing, today from 1-3 pm. Tune in: www.ktoo.org/video/gavel/... #akleg

Please send comments to john.driscoll@alaska.gov by March 13 at 5 PM.

Author Ernestine Hayes says Elizabeth Peratrovich’s advocacy work isn’t over Monday is Elizabeth Peratrovich Day, an Alaska State holiday honoring a Lingit activist who testified before Alaska’s territorial legislature in Juneau to demand civil rights for Alaska Native people.

Lingít author Shaankaláx̱t’ Ernestine Hayes said Peratrovich's legacy inspires her, especially as she reads the news today.

One man’s pork is another man’s pigskin: The 1982 question of whether Alaska should move the capital or buy the NFL The vote to move the capital from Juneau failed, as a satirical pitch to purchase and operate 28 NFL teams instead captured the attention of Alaska residents and even football fans in the Lower 48.

Histories of Alaska: In 1982, a satirical pitch to use Alaska's money to buy the NFL instead of moving the state capital from Juneau captured the attention of Alaskans and football fans in the Lower 48. www.adn.com/alaska-life/...

Reminder! This is today at 5:30 pm. #akleg

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In person: Alaska State Capitol, Room 519
Phone: 907-586-9085 (local), 907-563-9085 (Anchorage), 844-586-9085 (toll free)
Email: House.Finance@akleg.gov

The House Finance Committee will hear public testimony TOMORROW, Thursday, February 5th, at 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. on Governor Dunleavy's omnibus tax bill (HB 284)! Please call in or arrive 30 minutes prior to the end of the meeting or testimony will close early. #akleg

Alaska House passes bill tightening residency requirements for hunting and fishing licenses The bipartisan bill aims to close a loophole that allows some Alaskans to hunt and fish as residents despite spending little time in the state.

House Bill 93 aims to ensure that only people who spend enough time each year in Alaska to qualify for a Permanent Fund dividend can buy resident hunting and fishing licenses, which tend to cost less and offer higher bag limits than nonresident licenses.

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David, call my office or send me an email... I can share his brother Reed's contact... I just dont want to "publish" it here.
Rep.sara.hannan@akleg.gov (907) 4654766

Join Juneau standing with MINN at a Peaceful Protest today 1/25 4:30pm at the Whale Statue.
Bring candle/flashlight, songs and determination to stop what is happening in Minneapolis.

Alaska legislators convene session, with budget issues and a veto override vote awaiting | Alaska Beacon Gov. Mike Dunleavy is expected on Thursday to roll out a long-term plan to bring state expenses and revenue into balance.

Alaska legislators convene session, with budget issues and a veto override vote awaiting, writes @alaska.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2026/01/21/a...

Juneau Rep. Sara Hannan talks about what a successful session looks like Rep. Sara Hannan (D-Juneau) spoke with KTOO’s Mike Lane last week just before the session started.

"We have got to address our big fiscal issues in this state and we have got to figure out a path to pay for the things we need. Things haven’t gotten cheaper and our disasters have continued to grow in cost and scope," Rep. Sara Hannan said during an interview with KTOO’s Mike Lane last week.

Save the date for our upcoming town hall! We will share our priorities for the session and answer questions. #akleg

A trip to Juneau can be a civic opportunity and a tourist’s treat Be sure to make a plan to meet with your legislator, but don’t miss out on the natural beauty Juneau has to offer.

Visiting Juneau during the legislative session can bring opportunities to talk with your lawmakers, but while you're there, don't miss out on the capital city's natural beauty, great restaurants and other attractions, says travel writer Scott McMurren. www.adn.com/alaska-life/...

Our intense snow/rain continues to wreck havoc. If you live in one of the avalanche pathways please evacuate. Emergency shelter at Centennial Hall. Be cautious. Be safe. Check on your neighbors.

Live updates as Juneau braces for another storm amid disaster declaration The state plans to help clear public infrastructure like school roofs, storm drains and fire hydrants. A flood watch goes into effect Friday.

BREAKING: Juneau has issued an avalanche evacuation alert for all residents in known slide paths. An emergency shelter will be available at Centennial Hall.

Some good news to start the new year. #akleg

Juneau friends...

We have two neighborhoods under avalanche alerts… sign up for text updates! Stay safe!

And it snowed all day again!⛄️

In Juneau it is a real winter! The dump of 40” of snow since Christmas has everyone shoveling and grumbling.

This is the coldest Dec 1-26 period in Juneau, AK, in 70 years and the 2nd coldest overall. The party is almost over though. A significant warmup (with rain) is about to occur. Juneau is likely to finish with their 4th to 6th coolest December - and the coldest in over 40 years. @alaskawx.bsky.social

You fill a board and take to an event to NOT take home… leave with host!❤️

Wishing you peace, comfort, and light this holiday season and always!

Original art by local artist Elizabeth Jurgeleit

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We are record setting cold… but gained 7 seconds of daylight!
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Happy winter solstice from your capital city! In one month the legislative session will be underway, but for now let’s enjoy the holidays and be thankful we live in the most beautiful state 🎄

Alaska settles 2 lawsuits against vape companies for allegedly targeting kids for addiction One key point in the settlement: Juul can't use cartoons to advertise its products.

The suits were part of a nationwide pattern: Alaska and other U.S. states had alleged that the companies deliberately targeted children with advertising, something that likely contributed to a surge in nicotine use among children and young adults.

(From @alaskabeacon.com)

It was a real weather weekend in Juneau and SE…. Snow fall set a daily record overnight… earthquake….and hearing that Southern SE has thunder this winter morning! Hang on friends.