AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoCampaign Finance: Gov. Mike Dunleavy vetoed HB 16, killing restored limits on Alaska campaign contributions and sending the fight back to voters for an Aug. 18 primary ballot measure. Healthcare Access: A separate push to expand pharmacists’ prescribing authority is framed as improving rural access, but pro-life advocates warn the policy could broaden over time. Elections & Turnout: A look at who shows up for Alaska’s midterm primaries—and which candidates are trying to win those voters—in a crowded governor race. Juneau Flood Prep: Juneau agencies are gearing up for another glacial outburst flood season on the Mendenhall River, with residents watching for the ice-dam release that has repeatedly damaged homes. Local Planning: Fairbanks North Star Borough and FAST Planning are working toward a scenic Chena River walk path, but are seeking cheaper design options from DOT. Public Safety Justice: A Palmer jury convicted a man of child sex abuse; prosecutors say he fled during trial and remains missing. Statewide Economy/Policy: Alaska’s weathervane scallop fishery opens with only two vessels expected to participate, underscoring how specialized and tightly managed the season remains.
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