04/22/2026 12:50 PM Senate MAJORITY CAUCUS

Alaska Senate · April 22, 2026

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Opening remarks and roll call

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Senate president opened the session, noted it was the third day of the legislative session and named attending senators (Giesel, Wilikowski, Stedman, Tobin). He previewed major topics to be discussed: the capital budget, a gas pipeline bill, and education legislation.

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Senate leaders discussed the capital budget and deferred maintenance, a committee substitute for a proposed North Slope gas pipeline bill, an education “minibus” (House Bill 28) focused on teacher retention and school operating costs, and several pending bills including a pension change and an omnibus crime package. Reporters asked about governor engagement, transparency for developer cost estimates, and scheduling of finance and judiciary work.

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