Alaska State Capitol Chief of Security Ramey Vinson was honored Wednesday during a House floor session. Vinson, who has worked in public safety for 50 years, has served as legislative security chief since 2020.

Senate Bill 15, which amends state law on alcohol sales and service, passed the House on Wednesday in a 32-8 vote.

During a Joint State Affairs Committee meeting Tuesday, Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority (AIDEA) Executive Director Randy Ruaro outlined economic opportunities for the state, including AI data centers.

The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously upheld the FDA’s decision to block the sale of flavored e-cigarettes and vapes, citing concerns over their appeal to children.

Senate Bill 24, which proposes raising the legal age for tobacco and e-cigarette sales from 19 to 21, was discussed in the Senate Finance Committee this week.

A House resolution urging Congress to reinstate Secure Rural Schools funding was discussed Tuesday in the House Community & Regional Affairs Committee.

A rally organized by The Resisters is set for Saturday, April 5, at the Alaska State Capitol. The event will take place from noon to 1:30 p.m., prompting street closures on Fourth Street between Main and Seward.