AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAlaska LNG: Alaska lawmakers are nearing a vote on a new version of the Alaska LNG tax bill after weeks of conference committee talks, aiming to replace the state’s property tax with an alternative volumetric tax to spur the long-envisioned 800-mile pipeline. Native Families: Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Sen. Brian Schatz introduced a major legislative package to improve outcomes for American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian children and families. Elections 2026: In Alaska’s U.S. House race, Rep. Nick Begich reported raising $954,000 in the second quarter, while independent Bill Hill reported $387,000 and candidate Matt Schultz reported $285,776. Rural Transit Day: Gov. Mike Dunleavy proclaimed July 16 as Rural Transit Day, highlighting the importance of rural mobility across Alaska’s road system. Bristol Bay Salmon: Alaska’s commercial salmon catch jumped to 29.5 million for the week through July 14, with retail prices generally holding and about 24% of the projected annual harvest now met. Local Governance: Nome is rolling out a dust-control push, including reduced-speed signs and enforcement on key gravel roads. WEIO Culture: The World Eskimo-Indian Olympics opened with the qulliq lighting ceremony and traditional events celebrating Alaska Native culture.
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