News-Miner opinion: Some of Alaska’s most vulnerable are again facing a food-assistance crisis. Just as the state was clearing out a backlog of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program applications, a second
(The Center Square) - Gov. Mike Dunleavy presented a $13.9 billion total budget for fiscal year 2025 on Thursday that, if approved by the legislature, requires a $987 million draw
The proposed budget includes a full Permanent Fund dividend based on the statutory formula, additions to the Department of Public Safety, educational increases, and investments to the Department of Health
Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - On Friday, the Alaska State Legislature passed Senate Bill 58, Governor Mike Dunleavy's postpartum Medicaid legislation. The legislation extends postpartum Medicaid coverage for new mothers from 60 days to 12 months.
The state pledged to clear 50% of the food stamps backlog by mid-October and give monthly status updates to attorneys for Alaskans impacted by the delays.