Bill calls for study of harmful effects of partner violence
One in three women have experienced sexual violence, physical violence or stalking by an intimate partner during her lifetime.
House bill 25 would ban use of Styrofoam in food establishments
House Bill 25 would also bar state agencies from purchasing Styrofoam, aiming to reduce plastic pollution and protect the marine environment.
Murkowski to meet with Cordova leaders this weekend to discuss funding community needs
U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, legislative officials and private funders are scheduled to spend this weekend in Cordova for a private summit discussing funding needs for innovative community projects.
Democrats hopeful after statewide convention in Cordova
Approximately 130 registered Alaska Democrats came to the Cordova Center to participate in the convention.
Following president’s death threats to Iran, administration announces two-week ceasefire
The deal between the United States and Iran, brokered by Pakistan, was reached on April 7 just before Trump's deadline to wipe out "a whole civilization" in Iran unless the Strait of Hormuz was reopened to allow for commercial shipping.
Dunbar to deliver keynote address at Democratic convention in Cordova
All registered Democrats are welcome to attend, either as official delegates or as guests.
Murkowski explores nuclear energy options for Alaska communities
Murkowski asked during a meeting of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee what practical steps the Department of Energy needs to take to ensure that fuel supply does not become a challenge for deployment.
Bill to combat illegal foreign seafood harvest passes Senate
Legislation to keep illegal foreign seafood from entering U.S. ports and waters has passed the U.S. Senate, and now awaits similar action on a companion bill before the U.S. House.
Murkowski: SAVE America Act presents challenge for Alaskans
The senator cited as an example a 17-year-old resident of Savoonga who will turn 18 in October and wants to vote for the first time this year. That teen would have to book a $720 fight to Nome.
Murkowski urges exemption of H-1B fee for qualified teachers
Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, has introduced legislation to exempt qualified teachers from paying the $100,000 fee for H-1B visas imposed last year by President...
