Legislature(2017 - 2018)
2018-01-16 Senate Journal
Full Journal pdf2018-01-16 Senate Journal Page 1744 SB 140 SENATE BILL NO. 140 BY THE SENATE RULES COMMITTEE BY REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, entitled: "An Act making appropriations, including capital appropriations, and other appropriations; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the Finance Committee. Governor's transmittal letter dated January 15: Dear President Kelly: I am transmitting a bill entitled the Alaska Economic Recovery Act. The Act includes $386 million in fiscal year (FY) 2019 capital appropriations, of which $98 million will be supported by federal funds, and $280 million with unrestricted general funds. The Act will put Alaskans to work, address the State's and communities' growing deferred maintenance liability, and provide confidence to Alaska businesses and investors. The Act focuses on the maintenance needs of schools, the university, and State facilities. It also provides for critical infrastructure upgrades and community and housing support. These much-needed investments in Alaska's economy will be supported through a limited payroll tax proposed in a separate bill. The Walker Administration looks forward to working with the Legislature to pass this bill and put Alaskans to work. 2018-01-16 Senate Journal Page 1745 Thank you for your consideration of this bill. Sincerely, /s/ Bill Walker Governor