Senate committee advances bill reauthorizing funding for young fishermen training
The Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee has moved forward with a bipartisan bill to reauthorize the Young Fishermen’s Development Program.
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How many H-2A petitions were made by Alaska employers classified under the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry during 2024?
In 2024, 100% of H-2A petitions filed by Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting employers in Alaska were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the…
2025: Measles cases in Alaska up as of week ending Oct. 4
Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Alaska for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week…
Senate advances defense bill with increased funding for Alaska projects
U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, has announced that the Senate has advanced the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) with…
Alaska marks 158 years since transfer from Russia with governor’s proclamation
On October 18, 2025, Alaska will mark the 158th anniversary of its formal transfer from Russia to the United States.
Alaska honors WWII service of Territorial Guard with statewide day
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has proclaimed October 18, 2025, as Alaska Territorial Guard Day.
Alaska lawmakers urge federal disaster declaration after Typhoon Halong hits western communities
U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan and Lisa Murkowski, along with Congressman Nick Begich, have called on President Donald Trump to approve a federal disaster declaration for Western Alaska following the devastation…
Alaska lawmakers urge swift federal disaster aid after Typhoon Halong hits western region
U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, along with Congressman Nick Begich, have called on President Donald Trump to approve a federal disaster declaration for Western Alaska following severe damage…
Murkowski addresses Senate on Western Alaska storm response and community resilience
U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) addressed the Senate floor on October 16, 2025, to discuss the recent storms that have displaced over 1,000 Alaskans and caused significant damage to communities…
Lawmakers call on administration to ensure back pay for furloughed federal workers
U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), along with Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD), Mark R. Warner (D-VA), and Representatives Don Beyer (D-VA-08) and Steny Hoyer…
Alaska’s Battle with 2025 Measles Outbreak: Numbers climb as of week ending Sept. 27
Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Alaska for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week…
Alaska Governor proclaims October 14 as Charlie Kirk Day honoring First Amendment
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has proclaimed October 14, 2025, as “Charlie Kirk Day” in recognition of the First Amendment.
Murkowski votes for FY26 NDAA with major investments in Alaska’s military infrastructure
U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) voted in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026, which was approved by the Senate with a bipartisan vote of…
U.S., Finland agree on $6.1 billion deal for advanced polar icebreakers
U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) has expressed support for a new agreement between the United States and Finland to construct up to four advanced polar icebreakers.
Senate passes bipartisan bill to expand leave benefits for Public Health Service officers
Bipartisan legislation aimed at expanding leave benefits for officers in the U.S. Public Health Service (PHS) Commissioned Corps has passed the Senate with unanimous consent.
Senate passes resolution rejecting Biden-era Central Yukon management plan
The U.S. Senate voted 50 to 46 to approve a joint resolution led by Senators Dan Sullivan and Lisa Murkowski, both Republicans from Alaska, aimed at overturning the Biden administration’s…
Murkowski supports Senate debate on resolution limiting military action against criminal groups
U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) has explained her decision to support a procedural motion regarding Senate Joint Resolution 83.
Senate passes resolution to overturn Biden administration’s Central Yukon land management plan
The U.S. Senate has passed a joint resolution to overturn the Biden administration’s Central Yukon Resource Management Plan (CYRMP), with a vote of 50 to 46.
Senate passes bill protecting rights of Alaska Native artists using walrus ivory
The U.S. Senate has unanimously passed the Alaska’s Right to Ivory Sales and Tradition (ARTIST) Act, a bill sponsored by Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska).
CDC 2025 Measles Update: Alaska’s case count rises as of week ending Sept. 20
Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Alaska for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week…
Governor Dunleavy orders flags at half-staff to honor Brenda Itta-Lee
Governor Mike Dunleavy and First Lady Rose Dunleavy have expressed condolences following the death of former Alaska Representative Brenda Itta-Lee.
Out of state businesses had 165 business licenses issued in September 2025
There were 165 business licenses issued to companies located outside of Alaska during September 2025, according to Alaska’s Department of Commerce.
Alaska delegation supports President Trump’s re-approval of Ambler Access Project
U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, along with Congressman Nick Begich, all Republicans from Alaska, have expressed support for President Donald J. Trump’s decision to re-approve the Ambler Access…
Trump approves renewed push for controversial Ambler Access Project
U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, along with Congressman Nick Begich, all Republicans from Alaska, have expressed support for President Donald J. Trump’s decision to re-approve the Ambler Access…
Weekly Roundup Oct. 4: 42 Alaska business licenses issued to out of state businesses
There were 42 business licenses issued to companies located outside of Alaska during the week ending Oct. 4, according to Alaska’s Department of Commerce.