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2018-03-05 Senate Journal
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Full Journal pdf2018-03-05 Senate Journal Page 2183 By conforming to the changes to the NAIC model laws, our state’s insurance laws will be consistent with national standards that all states are urged to adopt, and Alaska will maintain its accredited status. I urge your prompt and favorable action on this measure. Sincerely, /s/ Bill Walker Governor SB 214 SENATE BILL NO. 214 BY THE SENATE RULES COMMITTEE BY REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, entitled: "An Act authorizing the commissioner of corrections to establish a correctional industries program; establishing a correctional industries board; authorizing the Department of Corrections to receive money from the employment of prisoners; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the Judiciary and Finance Committees. The following fiscal information was published today: Fiscal Note No. 1, Department of Corrections Governor's transmittal letter dated March 1: Dear President Kelly: Under the authority of Article III, Section 18, of the Alaska Constitution, I am transmitting a bill establishing the Correctional Industries Board and authorizing the Commissioner of Corrections to establish a correctional industries program within the department. With over 90 percent of individuals incarcerated returning to our communities it is important that we enable them to develop the skills necessary to be successful when released. One way to do this is to provide them with real-world job experience.