Committee advances SB129 to speed contractor payments; member urges longer window for accounting cycles Senate Bill 129, aimed at ensuring state contractors are paid promptly, was moved from committee Feb. 3 after sponsor Senator Kawasaki described it as an efficiency measure. Senator Yount questioned the 30-day payment deadline and suggested considering 45–59 days; staff confirmed the bill specifies 30 days.

Senate Bill 129 aims to revolutionize contractor payments in Alaska by enforcing a 30-day deadline, but some lawmakers are raising concerns about its feasibility.

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