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Senate Finance reviews bill to double bulk fuel loan cap to $1.5M
The Senate Finance Committee heard testimony Thursday on legislation to double the maximum bulk fuel loan from $750,000 to $1.5 million and eliminate pooled loan caps, responding to rising fuel costs in rural Alaska.
by Alaska News13h ago2 min readState Capitol, Juneau, Alaska1 viewAI
Alaska House panel debates insurance gaps for gig delivery drivers
The House Labor and Commerce Committee heard testimony Friday on Senate Bill 35, which would require delivery network companies to provide $1 million in liability coverage when drivers are actively delivering, but leaves a coverage gap when the app is open but no delivery is accepted.
by Alaska News6d ago4 min readJuneau, Alaska5 viewsAI
Unalaska council to hear appeal in TSYS business dispute May 12
Unalaska City Council will hold a public hearing May 12, 2026, on a TSYS business appeal that could affect payment processing and merchant services in the Aleutian port community.
by Alaska News4d ago1 min read43 Raven Way, Unalaska3 viewsAI
GCI seeks to end long distance service in six Southeast Alaska communities
GCI Communication Corp. has applied to discontinue landline service in six Southeast Alaska communities, with public comments due May 29 before the Regulatory Commission of Alaska decides whether continued service is required.
by Alaska News1w ago2 min readSoutheast Alaska5 viewsAI
Alaska Energy Authority seeks auditor for Bradley Lake power bonds
Alaska Energy Authority is seeking proposals by May 29 for a contractor to audit the Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project's operating and revenue funds tied to Power Revenue Bonds.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readKenai Peninsula3 viewsAI
Alaska Railroad seeks public input on board rules by May 13
The Alaska Railroad Corporation is seeking public comment on its board rules through May 13 as part of a statewide regulatory review initiative.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min read327 W Ship Creek Ave, Anchorage, Alaska4 viewsAI
Alaska lawmakers hear warnings of rural fuel crisis, weigh loan program expansion
The House Energy Committee heard testimony about fuel supply challenges facing rural Alaska communities and discussed potential expansions to the state's Bulk Fuel Revolving Loan Fund.
by Alaska News2w ago5 min readAlaska, USA10 viewsAI
Alaska Air National Guard seeks quotes for water heater replacement
The Alaska Air National Guard is soliciting quotes for a water heater replacement project, with submissions due May 28, 2026.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readAlaska2 viewsAI
Homer Electric proposes new depreciation rates; comments due May 28
Homer Electric Association filed a depreciation study with state regulators proposing revised rates that would affect future customer charges, with public comments due May 28.
by Alaska News2w ago2 min readAlaska4 viewsAI
New Water Quality Rules for Copper Now in Effect Statewide
Alaska has adopted new water quality regulations that provide an alternative method for calculating acceptable copper discharge limits in state waterways.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readAlaska13 viewsAI
State regulators extend review periods for Railbelt utility tariffs
Alaska regulators extended review periods for Railbelt utility tariff filings and set procedural schedules for rate cases involving Chugach Electric and Enstar Natural Gas.
by Alaska News3w ago2 min readAlaska5 viewsAI
Alaska earthquake safety panel meets April 16 via teleconference
Alaska's earthquake safety commission is holding a public teleconference on April 16 to discuss seismic hazards and safety measures.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readAlaska10 viewsAI
Gold Country Energy proposes sharp rate increase for Central area customers
Gold Country Energy filed for quarterly rate increases that would more than double power costs for Central area customers, with public comments due May 4.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readAlaska5 viewsAI
Natural gas storage company seeks rate changes, comments due April 28
Cook Inlet Natural Gas Storage Alaska has filed a proposal with state regulators to adjust its storage service rates, with public comments due April 28.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readAlaska6 viewsAI
Redoubt Refuse seeks permit to serve central Kenai Peninsula
Redoubt Refuse has applied for state approval to provide residential trash collection in the central Kenai Peninsula, with public comments due May 19.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readKenai Peninsula2 viewsAI
House panel advances travel insurance consumer protection bill
The Alaska House Transportation Committee moved HB 302 forward Tuesday, legislation that would modernize the state's travel insurance regulations to align with national standards adopted by 42 other states.
by Alaska News2w ago2 min readJuneau, AK, USA2 viewsAI
Senate panel hears data center safeguards, tribal education bill
The Senate Community and Regional Affairs Committee heard testimony Thursday on Senate Bill 250, which would require data centers to cover their own infrastructure costs and protect existing ratepayers from fuel supply risks and rate increases.
by Alaska News2w ago4 min readAlaska2 viewsAI
State proposes raising rural power subsidy base rate to 22 cents per kilowatt-hour
The Regulatory Commission of Alaska is proposing to increase the Power Cost Equalization base rate from 20.38 to 22.11 cents per kilowatt-hour, with public comments due June 1.
by Alaska News2w ago2 min readAlaska1 viewAI
State proposes new fees for professional counselors, supervisors
The state is proposing fee increases for professional counselors and new fees for associate counselors and supervisors, with public comments due May 26.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readAlaska2 viewsAI
Rural Alaska Electricity Costs Run Three to Five Times Urban Rates
Rural Alaska residents pay electricity costs three to five times higher than urban areas due to diesel-powered microgrids and fuel delivery challenges in remote villages.
by Alaska News3w ago2 min readAlaska2 viewsAI
Remote Alaska villages pay $6.63 per gallon as fuel costs strain budgets
by Alaska News3w ago3 min readRemote Alaska villages2 viewsAI
State seeks public input on workers' comp medical fees at four meetings
Alaska's Medical Services Review Committee is holding four public meetings to gather input on workers' compensation medical fee schedules for 2027.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min read3301 Eagle St. Rm 208, Anchorage, AK 995033 viewsAI
State Assessment Review Board to hear property tax appeals in May
The State Assessment Review Board will hear property tax appeals in Anchorage from May 11-15, 2026, with videoconference options available.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readAnchorage, AK1 viewAI
Fairbanks Airport Cancels Customer Facility Charges in April 2026
Alaska's transportation department is canceling customer facility charges at Fairbanks International Airport and implementing new parking rate structures effective April 2026.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readFairbanks International Airport3 viewsAI
State raises shipping fees for birth, death certificates starting June 1
Alaska will raise shipping fees for certified vital records on June 1, 2026, due to higher postage costs and to encourage signature-required delivery for security.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readAlaska1 viewAI
Alaska Board of Pharmacy to meet May 21 via Zoom
The Alaska Board of Pharmacy will hold a public meeting May 21 via Zoom with advance registration required.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readAlaska1 viewAI
Alaska House Committee Advances Cryptocurrency Kiosk Regulations After Scam Victims Lose Millions
The Alaska House Labor and Commerce Committee voted Wednesday to advance consumer protection legislation requiring licensing, transaction limits, and fraud warnings on cryptocurrency kiosks after scammers stole $26 million from Alaskans in 2024.
by Alaska News10h ago3 min readJuneau, AlaskaAI
Juneau electric bills could jump 24% under AEL&P permanent rate plan
Alaska Electric Light & Power is seeking a permanent rate increase that would raise residential peak energy charges by 24 percent, with public comments due May 28, 2026.
by Alaska News2d ago2 min readAnchorage, AlaskaAI
State to issue gravel extraction permit near Cooper Landing
DNR plans to issue a negotiated gravel extraction contract to Foster Construction for a 65-acre site on the Sterling Highway near Cooper Landing.
by Alaska News2d ago1 min readMP 40.5 Sterling Highway, Cooper Landing, AKAI
State to issue gravel contract to Summit Excavation near Cooper Landing
Alaska DNR is issuing a negotiated gravel extraction contract to Summit Excavation for 3,000 cubic yards of material near Cooper Landing, with public comments accepted through May 29.
by Alaska News2d ago1 min readCooper Landing, AKAI
MEA seeks state easement to extend power lines to Big Lake homes
Matanuska Electric Association is seeking state approval for a utility easement to extend power lines to residential customers in Big Lake, with public comments due June 12, 2026.
by Alaska News2d ago1 min readBig Lake, AlaskaAI
State seeks bids for $2.5M-$5M Atwood Building electrical overhaul
Alaska DOT&PF is accepting bids through June 3, 2026 for a $2.5M-$5M electrical system replacement project at the Atwood Building in downtown Anchorage, with work to be completed by December 2027.
by Alaska News3d ago1 min readAtwood Building, Anchorage, AlaskaAI