Legislature(2021 - 2022)
2022-01-18 Senate Journal
Full Journal pdf2022-01-18 Senate Journal Page 1602 SB 166 SENATE BILL NO. 166 BY THE SENATE RULES COMMITTEE BY REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, entitled: "An Act providing for and relating to the issuance of general obligation bonds for the purpose of paying the cost of state infrastructure projects, including construction, major maintenance, and port and transportation projects; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the Transportation and Finance Committees. The following fiscal information was published today: Fiscal Note No. 1, Department of Revenue Governor's transmittal letter dated January 17: Dear President Micciche: Under the authority of Article III, Section 18, of the Alaska Constitution, I am transmitting a bill relating to voter approval, at an election, of general obligation bonds in the amount of $325,175,000 for the purpose of funding infrastructure-based capital improvement projects. These projects include critical airport, highway, road, and bridge improvements, and upgrades and repairs for various municipal and state facilities. 2022-01-18 Senate Journal Page 1603 This bill poses the question to voters as to whether the State should issue general obligation bonds to fund these critical projects. If ratified, these projects will benefit Alaskans statewide and improve our infrastructure, transportation, education, and recreation throughout the State. The question would be submitted to the voters at the next statewide general election. I urge your prompt and favorable action on this measure. Sincerely, /s/ Mike Dunleavy Governor