Alaska committee debates rescinding past calls for Article V convention as experts clash over risks Rep. Schrage’s HJR 41 would rescind prior legislative applications calling on Congress to convene an Article V convention; legal experts warned of an unconstrained convention while backers said rescission merely clears old petitions and safeguards against runaway risk.

Alaska lawmakers are torn over a proposal to rescind past calls for a constitutional convention, with experts warning of potential chaos and opponents advocating for caution.

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Reporters press senators on PFD, voter‑roll purges, per diem and SB146; lawmakers promise hearings and legal review Reporters questioned senators about reports that the House Finance Committee zeroed the Permanent Fund Dividend, possible federal influence on voter‑roll removals, per diem increases, and the return of SB146 (REAA). Lawmakers said the PFD process remains unresolved but likely similar to last year, legal review is underway on voter‑roll concerns, per diem follows federal guidance, and Senator Stedman signaled support for SB146.

Alaska senators face tough questions on the controversial Permanent Fund Dividend and voter-roll purges, promising legal reviews and potential hearings ahead.

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Committee hears proposal to ban business fees for paper bills, sets amendment deadline At a Jan. 28 first hearing, sponsor Rep. Dan Sadler said HB20 would bar businesses from charging extra or different rates for customers who prefer paper invoices; members questioned whether the bill would ban discounts for customers who go paperless and an amendment deadline was set for Feb. 3, 2026.

A new bill in Alaska aims to protect residents from additional fees for choosing paper invoices, addressing concerns of the digital divide for older adults and those without reliable internet access.

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Alaska Legislature suspends rules for emergency medical services bill for operational canines Alaska suspends legislative rules to advance House Bill No. 70 for operational canines

Alaska takes a bold step by suspending legislative rules to fast-track a vital bill for operational canines!

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Alaska Senate reviews curative legislation amid SB 189 constitutional challenge Megan Wallace explains three curative bills to address SB 189's legal uncertainties.

Alaska lawmakers are racing against time to pass crucial bills that could protect vital programs amidst a legal storm challenging Senate Bill 189.

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Senate committee discusses amendments to single suffrage legislation amid pending lawsuit Committee evaluates legislative amendments to mitigate Representative Eastman's litigation risks

Alaska's Senate Finance Committee is navigating a tightrope of legislative amendments and ongoing litigation, as they weigh the risks of changing bills against the stakes of single subject suffrage.

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Legislators examine Alaska bill on debt payment from Permanent Fund Dividends Lawmakers discuss potential constitutional issues of seizing dividends for child support debts

Alaska lawmakers are debating a controversial bill that could allow the state to seize Permanent Fund Dividends for child support debts, raising serious questions about fairness and due process.

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Alaska Senate Addresses Royalty Share Dispute from Federal Mineral Leasing Alaska legislators discuss conflicts over 90 percent mineral revenue share promised at statehood.

Alaska's lawmakers are taking a stand to reclaim their rightful share of mineral revenues, igniting a fierce debate that could reshape the state's economic future and its relationship with the federal government.

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Alaska legislature conducts sweeping repeal of outdated state regulations Lawmakers repeal multiple outdated regulations to streamline Alaska's legal framework.

Alaska's Senate Bill 177 could revolutionize state governance by eliminating outdated regulations, but will it compromise essential protections in the process?

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House Judiciary Committee approves House Bill 77 in Capitol Room 120 meeting Committee members advance House Bill 77 with individual recommendations and fiscal notes.

The House Judiciary Committee has officially advanced House Bill 77, a pivotal piece of legislation that could reshape legal matters in Alaska.

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Representative Johnson questions fiscal impact of age of consent laws in five states Johnson raises concerns about financial data linked to age of consent changes in other states

Alaska lawmakers are delving into the complex implications of changing age of consent laws, sparking a debate that could reshape fiscal policies across the state.

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Alaska lawmaker discusses constitutional concerns over organized crime tax bill Representative Underwood addresses potential legal issues in pending organized crime tax legislation

A heated debate is unfolding in the Utah State Legislature as lawmakers grapple with the constitutional implications of a controversial organized crime tax bill.

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Alaska bill proposes felony charges for mail theft amid rising identity theft concerns Lawmakers discuss new felony penalties for mail theft to combat identity theft rates.

Alaska lawmakers are stepping up to combat rising identity theft by proposing felony charges for mail theft, a crime that's gone largely unchecked until now.

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Thirty states enact deep fake legislation amid expanding bipartisan support Thirty states have passed laws on deep fakes, with 45 introducing new measures.

Thirty states are tackling the urgent issue of deep fake technology, with new laws emerging to protect vulnerable populations and reflecting a wave of bipartisan support.

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