Legislature(2021 - 2022)
2022-03-25 Senate Journal
Full Journal pdf2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2111 SENATE JOURNAL ALASKA STATE LEGISLATURE THIRTY-SECOND LEGISLATURE SECOND SESSION Juneau, Alaska Friday March 25, 2022 Sixty-seventh Day Pursuant to adjournment the Senate was called to order by President Micciche at 10:39 a.m. The roll showed fourteen members present. Senators Hoffman, Kawasaki, Olson, Stevens were excused from a call of the Senate. Senators Revak, von Imhof were absent. The prayer was offered by the Chaplain, Pastor Dan Wiese, Church of the Nazarene. Senator Wilson moved and asked unanimous consent the prayer be spread. Without objection, it was so ordered. Dear God, I thank you for the privilege of praying for these people working for the good of our state. They have many issues before them that effect many lives both in the present and in the future. I pray this day as with all the days that follow, for your divine help as they pour through legislation, make decisions, and seek resolutions to the challenges that lay before them. I pray that in the challenges they face you will show them the path through those challenges. I pray for their staff and all the workers here in our state capitol. Bless their work. Bless their day and bless each of them and their families. I thank you for them and appreciate all the work behind the scenes they do to keep things running smoothly. And Lord, I thank you for Your love and grace available to all who call on Your name. 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2112 I thank you that You love and care about what happens in these meetings and in the lives of every person here. May they know your love and grace to help and guide them through these days of both challenge and opportunity. I pray this in the name of Jesus, my Savior, Amen. Senator Holland led the Senate in the Pledge of Allegiance. Certification Senator Hughes moved and asked unanimous consent the journals for the sixty-fifth and sixty-sixth legislative days be approved as certified by the Secretary. Without objection, it was so ordered. Messages from the Governor Executive Proclamation WHEREAS, Don Young was first duly elected to the office of United States Representative for the State of Alaska on March 6, 1973; and WHEREAS, on November 3, 2020, Don Young was re-elected to serve a 25th term as the State of Alaska’s only representative to the United States House of Representatives; and WHEREAS, Don Young died on March 18, 2022; and WHEREAS, under the provisions of the Alaska Election Code, death of the incumbent establishes a vacancy in the office of the United States Representative; and WHEREAS, under Article I, Section 2, Clause 4, of the U.S. Constitution, vacancies in the United States House of Representatives must be filled by an election; and 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2113 WHEREAS, under the provisions of AS 15.40.140 - 15.40.160, when a vacancy occurs in the office of United States Representative, the governor is required to call an election not less than 60 nor more than 90 days after the date of vacancy, and the call is to be made at least 50 days prior to the date set for election. NOW THEREFORE, I, Mike Dunleavy, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, declare that a vacancy exists in the office of United States Representative and do hereby proclaim as follows: 1. A special primary election shall be held on Saturday, June 11, 2022. 2. A special election shall be held on Tuesday, August 16, 2022, for the purpose of filling the vacancy in the office of United States Representative. 3. All other deadlines and requirements not provided for in this proclamation shall be determined by the Division of Elections in accordance with the laws of this State. Dated: March 23, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. Sincerely, /s/ Mike Dunleavy Governor Letter dated March 24 was read stating in accordance with AS 39.05.080 and art. III, sec. 26 and 27 of the Alaska Constitution, I submit the following list of appointees for confirmation: State Board of Parole Richard “Ole” Larson – Palmer Appointed: 3/23/2022 Term Expires: 3/1/2024 The appointment was referred to the Judiciary Committee. Board of Nursing Jody Miller – Haines Appointed: 3/23/2022 Term Expires: 3/1/2024 The appointment was referred to the Labor and Commerce Committee. 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2114 Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority Board of Trustees Agnes Moran – Ketchikan Term: 3/22/2022 Term Expires: 3/1/2027 The appointment was referred to the Health and Social Services and Finance Committees. The resumes for these appointments have been submitted to the Office of the Senate Secretary. Letter dated March 24 was read stating On February 1, 2022 in accordance with Article III, Sections 26 and 27 of the Alaska Constitution and Alaska Statute 39.05.080, I submitted a list of appointees for confirmation. The following appointee has withdrawn himself from consideration, effective immediately: Board of Marine Pilots Michael O’Hara Communications The following report is on file in the Office of the Secretary of the Senate: Department of Natural Resources 2021 Determination to Take Oil and Gas Royalty In-Value in accordance with AS 38.05.182 Standing Committee Reports Report dated March 24 was read stating: In accordance with AS 39.05.080, the State Affairs Committee held a hearing on the following appointee(s). A signature on this report does not reflect an intent by any of the members to vote for or against the confirmation of the individual(s) during any further sessions. 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2115 Alaska Police Standards Council Jeff Brown David Ross David Knapp Michael Craig Alaska Public Offices Commission Lanette Blodgett Signing the report: Senator Shower, Chair; Senators Holland, Costello. SB 129 The State Affairs Committee considered SENATE BILL NO. 129 "An Act relating to information on judicial officers provided in election pamphlets" and recommended the adoption of the Judiciary Committee Substitute offered on page 1798. Signing do pass: Senator Shower, Chair; Senators Holland, Costello. The following previously published fiscal information applies: Fiscal Note No. 1, zero, Office of the Governor Fiscal Note No. 2, zero, Alaska Judiciary System The bill was referred to the Rules Committee. SB 174 The Labor and Commerce Committee considered SENATE BILL NO. 174 "An Act relating to dress codes and natural hairstyles" and recommended the adoption of the Education Committee Substitute offered on page 1895. Signing do pass: Senator Costello, Chair; Senators Gray-Jackson, Micciche. The following previously published fiscal information applies: Fiscal Note No. 1, zero, Department of Education and Early Development Fiscal Note No. 2, zero, Department of Labor and Workforce Development The bill was referred to the Rules Committee. 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2116 SB 186 The Finance Committee considered SENATE BILL NO. 186 "An Act extending the termination date of the Board of Examiners in Optometry; and providing for an effective date." Signing do pass: Senators Stedman, Bishop, Cochairs; Senators Hoffman, Wilson, Wielechowski. The following previously published fiscal information applies: Fiscal Note No. 1, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development The bill is on today's calendar. SB 203 The Finance Committee considered SENATE BILL NO. 203 "An Act designating portions of the Parks, Glenn, Seward, and Sterling Highways as a part of the State's Purple Heart Trail and relating to signage and informational displays for the trail" and recommended it be replaced with CS FOR SENATE BILL NO. 203(FIN) "An Act designating the Alaska marine highway system and portions of the Parks, Glenn, Seward, and Sterling Highways as a part of the State's Purple Heart Trail and relating to signage and informational displays for the trail." Signing do pass: Senator Bishop, Cochair; Senators Hoffman, Wielechowski, von Imhof. Signing no recommendation: Senator Olson. The following fiscal information was published today: Fiscal Note No. 2, Department of Transportation and Public Facilities The bill was referred to the Rules Committee. 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2117 SB 222 The Finance Committee considered SENATE BILL NO. 222 "An Act extending the termination date of the State Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Board; and providing for an effective date." Signing do pass: Senators Stedman, Bishop, Cochairs; Senators Hoffman, Wilson, Wielechowski. The following previously published fiscal information applies: Fiscal Note No. 1, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development The bill was referred to the Rules Committee. HB 157 The State Affairs Committee considered CS FOR HOUSE BILL NO. 157(FIN) "An Act requiring the disclosure of the identity of certain persons, groups, and nongroup entities that expend money in support of or in opposition to an application filed for a state referendum or recall election; relating to the location of offices for the Alaska Public Offices Commission and the locations at which certain statements and reports filed with the commission are made available; relating to the duties of the Alaska Public Offices Commission; clarifying the limits on making, accepting, and reporting certain cash campaign contributions; relating to campaign finance reporting by certain groups; increasing the time the Alaska Public Offices Commission has to respond to a request for an advisory opinion; repealing a reporting requirement for certain contributions; relating to contribution limits and recall campaigns; and providing for an effective date." Signing do pass: Senator Shower, Chair; Senators Holland, Costello. The following fiscal information was published today: Fiscal Note No. 2, Department of Administration The bill was referred to the Judiciary Committee. 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2118 Introduction and Reference of Senate Resolutions SCR 11 SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 11 BY THE SENATE RESOURCES COMMITTEE, Suspending Rules 24(c), 35, 41(b), and 42(e), Uniform Rules of the Alaska State Legislature, concerning House Bill No. 79, relating to sport fishing operators and sport fishing guides; and requiring the Department of Fish and Game to prepare and submit a report. was read the first time and held on the Secretary's desk. Introduction and Reference of Senate Bills SB 238 SENATE BILL NO. 238 BY THE SENATE RULES COMMITTEE BY REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, entitled: "An Act relating to the business of money transmission; relating to money transmission licenses, licensure requirements, and registration through the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System; relating to the use of virtual currency for money transmission; relating to authorized delegates of a licensee; relating to acquisition of control of a license; relating to record retention and reporting requirements; authorizing the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development to cooperate with other states in the regulation of money transmission; relating to permissible investments; relating to violations and enforcement of money transmission laws; relating to money transmission license exemptions; relating to payroll processing services; repealing currency exchange licenses; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the Labor and Commerce and Finance Committees. 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2119 The following fiscal information was published today: Fiscal Note No. 1, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development Governor's transmittal letter dated March 23: Dear President Micciche: Under the authority of Article III, Section 18, of the Alaska Constitution, I am transmitting a bill relating to the modernization of state money transmittal laws. This bill would modernize Alaska's money transmission laws through adoption of pertinent sections of the Uniform Money Transmission Modernization Act (Model Law), which was developed by the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) with input and participation from industry stakeholders. Among other changes, the proposed bill would amend the Uniform Money Services Act (AS 06.55) to allow regulation of transmission of virtual currency, eliminate currency exchange as a separate license type, and clarify regulation of payroll processing. Adoption of this bill would allow the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development (DCCED) to protect Alaskan consumers through regulation of virtual currency transmission. The Uniform Money Services Act was adopted in 2008 before internet-based fintech business models, virtual currencies and mobile phone applications were regularly in use. Today, virtual currency transmission accounts for over $2.3 billion annually, nearly one-third of money transmission volume in Alaska. In 2021, it grew by 2,420 percent. Since 2019, it has grown 6,782 percent. Expanding the current law to include cryptocurrency will close a significant loophole, protect consumers, and ensure the safety and soundness of the businesses interacting with Alaskans. Recent and reasonably foreseeable geopolitical events make regulating virtual currency even more important. 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2120 Adoption of key components of the Model Law will also allow DCCED to coordinate with other states while more effectively utilizing state resources. This change would benefit licensees by adopting a standardized nationwide multistate licensing process. I urge your prompt and favorable action on this measure. Sincerely, /s/ Mike Dunleavy Governor SB 239 SENATE BILL NO. 239 BY THE SENATE RULES COMMITTEE BY REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, entitled: "An Act approving and ratifying the sale of royalty oil by the State of Alaska to Petro Star Inc.; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the Resources and Finance Committees. The following fiscal information was published today: Fiscal Note No. 1, Department of Natural Resources In accordance with AS 38.06.050 and AS 38.05.183, a report of the final best interest finding and determination for the sale of royalty oil was transmitted. Governor's transmittal letter dated March 23: Dear President Micciche: Under the authority of Article III, Section 18, of the Alaska Constitution, I am transmitting a bill relating to approval and ratification of the sale of royalty oil by the State of Alaska to Petro Star Inc. (Petro Star). 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2121 The Commissioner of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has determined that it is in the best interest of the State to take royalty oil in-kind from leases on the North Slope. To this end, DNR has negotiated a proposed contract titled “Agreement for the Sale of Royalty Oil between and among the State of Alaska, Petro Star Inc., and Arctic Slope Regional Corporation” (Proposed Contract). The bill would approve and ratify the Proposed Contract. The Proposed Contract obligates the State to deliver to Petro Star 12,500 barrels per day (bpd) between January 1, 2023, and December 31, 2024 (years one and two of the contract), and between 10,000 bpd and 12,500 bpd between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2027 (years three to five of the contract). Based on monthly average forecasts, Petro Star’s nominations under the Proposed Contract could represent 19 percent to 22 percent of the State’s North Slope royalty oil. The State will receive a price for its royalty oil that will equal or exceed the price it would have received had it elected to keep its royalty in-value. In total, the Proposed Contract is expected to net the State roughly $17 to $19.8 million in revenue above what the State would receive by taking the royalty in-value. The State currently sells royalty oil to Petro Star under a one-year contract, which, due to its short duration, did not require legislative approval. The current contract terminates on December 31, 2022. The Proposed Contract would take effect on January 1, 2023 and terminate on December 31, 2027. This bill is the culmination of diligent analysis and public process that are imperative for responsible resource stewardship. The Department and the Alaska Royalty Oil and Gas Development Advisory Board (Board) considered the fiscal, economic, societal, and environmental impacts and benefits of the agreement. DNR issued a Final Best Interest Finding and Determination on the agreement that included analysis of the factors for the sale of royalty oil in AS 38.05.183. The Department did not receive any comments from the public on the sale during the public comment period that ended on March 2, 2022. Additionally, the Board held two public hearings on the sale. In accordance with AS 38.06.050, the Board voted to approve a written recommendation and report on March 9, 2022, recommending legislative approval of the agreement. 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2122 The bill would allow the State to obtain the maximum value for its royalty oil. I urge your prompt and favorable action on this measure. Sincerely, /s/ Mike Dunleavy Governor SB 240 SENATE BILL NO. 240 BY THE SENATE RULES COMMITTEE BY REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, entitled: "An Act approving and ratifying the sale of royalty oil by the State of Alaska to Marathon Petroleum Supply and Trading Company LLC; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the Resources and Finance Committees. The following fiscal information was published today: Fiscal Note No. 1, Department of Natural Resources In accordance with AS 38.06.050 and AS 38.05.183, a report of the final best interest finding and determination for the sale of royalty oil was transmitted. Governor's transmittal letter dated March 23: Dear President Micciche: Under the authority of Article III, Section 18, of the Alaska Constitution, I am transmitting a bill relating to approval and ratification of the sale of royalty oil by the State of Alaska to Marathon Petroleum and Trading Company LLC (Marathon). The Commissioner of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has determined that it is in the best interest of the State to take royalty oil in-kind from leases on the North Slope. To this end, DNR has negotiated a proposed contract titled “Agreement for the Sale of Royalty Oil between and among the State of Alaska, and Marathon Petroleum Supply and Trading LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2123 Company and Marathon Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware Corporation” (Proposed Contract). This bill would approve and ratify the Proposed Contract. The Proposed Contract obligates the State to deliver between a minimum of 10,000 barrels per day (bpd) and a maximum of 15,000 bpd to Marathon. Based on yearly average forecasts, Marathon’s nominations under the Proposed Contract could represent 15 percent to 31 percent of the State’s North Slope royalty oil. The State will receive a price for its royalty oil that will equal or exceed the price it would have received had it elected to keep its royalty in-value. In total, the Proposed Contract is expected to net the State roughly $3 to $13 million in revenue above what the State would receive by taking the royalty in-value. The State currently sells royalty oil to Marathon under a one-year contract, which, due to its short duration, did not require legislative approval. The current contract terminates on July 31, 2022. The Proposed Contract would take effect on August 1, 2022 and terminate on July 31, 2025. The bill is the culmination of diligent analysis and public process that are imperative for responsible resource stewardship. DNR and the Alaska Royalty Oil and Gas Development Advisory Board (Board) considered the fiscal, economic, societal, and environmental impacts and benefits of the agreement. DNR issued a Final Best Interest Finding and Determination on the agreement that included analysis of the factors for the sale of royalty oil in AS 38.05.183. The Department did not receive any comments from the public on the sale during the public comment period that ended on March 2, 2022. Additionally, the Board held two public hearings on the sale. In accordance with AS 38.06.050, the Board voted to approve a written recommendation and report on March 9, 2022, recommending legislative approval of the agreement. This bill would allow the State to obtain the maximum value for its royalty oil. I urge your prompt and favorable action on this measure. Sincerely, /s/ Mike Dunleavy Governor 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2124 Consideration of the Calendar Second Reading of Senate Bills SB 80 SENATE BILL NO. 80 "An Act relating to mental health education" was read the second time. Senator Wilson, Chair, moved and asked unanimous consent for the adoption of the Health and Social Services Committee Substitute offered on page 773. Senator Begich objected, then withdrew his objection. There being no further objection, CS FOR SENATE BILL NO. 80(HSS) was adopted. President Micciche stated CS FOR SENATE BILL NO. 80(HSS) will advance to third reading on the March 28 calendar. SB 132 SENATE BILL NO. 132 "An Act exempting veterinarians from the requirements of the controlled substance prescription database" was read the second time. President Micciche stated SENATE BILL NO. 132 will advance to third reading on the March 28 calendar. SB 186 SENATE BILL NO. 186 "An Act extending the termination date of the Board of Examiners in Optometry; and providing for an effective date" was read the second time. President Micciche stated SENATE BILL NO. 186 will advance to third reading on the March 28 calendar. Third Reading of Senate Bills SB 161 CS FOR SENATE BILL NO. 161(JUD) "An Act relating to the definition of 'political party'; and providing for an effective date" was read the third time. 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2125 The question being: "Shall CS FOR SENATE BILL NO. 161(JUD) "An Act relating to the definition of 'political party'; and providing for an effective date" pass the Senate?" The roll was taken with the following result: CSSB 161(JUD) Third Reading - Final Passage Effective Date(s) YEAS: 14 NAYS: 0 EXCUSED: 4 ABSENT: 2 Yeas: Begich, Bishop, Costello, Gray-Jackson, Holland, Hughes, Kiehl, Micciche, Myers, Reinbold, Shower, Stedman, Wielechowski, Wilson Excused: Hoffman, Kawasaki, Olson, Stevens Absent: Revak, von Imhof and so, CS FOR SENATE BILL NO. 161(JUD) passed the Senate. Senator Hughes moved and asked unanimous consent the vote on the passage of the bill be considered the vote on the effective date clause(s). Without objection, it was so ordered and the bill was referred to the Secretary for engrossment. Citations Honoring - The Alaska Native Language Center Senator(s) Kawasaki, Bishop Representative(s) Edgmon Honoring - Alaska Craft Breweries, Wineries, Meaderies, and Distilleries Senator(s) Kawasaki Honoring - Blue and Deb Bergmann Senator(s) Kiehl Representative(s) Hannan, Story Honoring - Kenai Kardinals Girls' 2021 Cross Country Running Team Representative(s) Gillham 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2126 Honoring - Jason Daniels Representative(s) Gillham Honoring - Kenai Senior Center Representative(s) Gillham, Carpenter Senator(s) Micciche Honoring - Kenai Kardinals Boys' 2021 Cross Country Running Team Representative(s) Gillham In Memoriam - Michael Timothy Meeks Senator(s) Kawasaki Representative(s) Thompson, LeBon In Memoriam - James Peter Van Nort Senator(s) Kawasaki Representative(s) Thompson In Memoriam - Virginia Rose Woods Senator(s) Bishop, Cronk In Memoriam - Katherine "Kate" Ann Cross-Das Senator(s) Kawasaki Representative(s) Hopkins In Memoriam - Alfred Joseph Romaszewski Representative(s) McCarty In Memoriam - Karl Amylon Representative(s) Ortiz Senator(s) Stedman, Kiehl Senator Hughes moved and asked unanimous consent the citations be adopted. Without objection, the citations were adopted and referred to the Secretary for transmittal. 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2127 Unfinished Business SB 132 Senators Hughes, Reinbold, Bishop, Begich, Shower, Myers, Micciche moved and asked unanimous consent to be shown as cosponsors on SENATE BILL NO. 132 "An Act exempting veterinarians from the requirements of the controlled substance prescription database." Without objection, it was so ordered. Senator Holland moved and asked unanimous consent to be excused from a call of the Senate from afternoon plane time, March 31 through evening plane time, April 3. Without objection, Senator Holland was excused. Senator Wilson moved and asked unanimous consent to be excused from a call of the Senate from April 14 through April 18, and from April 21 through April 24. Without objection, Senator Wilson was excused. SB 81 Senators Myers, Holland, Shower moved and asked unanimous consent to be shown as cosponsors on SENATE BILL NO. 81 "An Act requiring background investigations of village public safety officer applicants by the Department of Public Safety; relating to the village public safety officer program; and providing for an effective date." Without objection, it was so ordered. President Micciche made the following appointment: Alaska Food Security and Independence Task Force Senator Micciche, ex officio member Announcements Announcements are at the end of the journal. 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2128 Engrossment SB 161 CS FOR SENATE BILL NO. 161(JUD) "An Act relating to the definition of 'political party'; and providing for an effective date" was engrossed, signed by the President and Secretary and transmitted to the House for consideration. Adjournment Senator Hughes moved and asked unanimous consent the Senate stand in adjournment until 11:00 a.m., March 28, 2022. Without objection, the Senate adjourned at 11:04 a.m. Liz Clark Secretary of the Senate 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2129 Announcements Americans with Disabilities Act Notice - Persons with disabilities who require special accommodation or alternative communication formats to access committee meetings may contact the appropriate committee office or the Legislative Information Office in their community. Reasonable advance notice is needed to accommodate the request. For further information, call the ADA Coordinator at 465-3854 Voice/465-4980 TDD. STANDING COMMITTEES + indicates teleconference = indicates bill previously heard/scheduled COMMUNITY & REGIONAL AFFAIRS Mar 29 Tuesday Beltz 105 (tsbldg) 3:30 PM **Streamed live on AKL.tv** + HB 227 MUNI ENERGY IMPROVEMNT ASSESSMENT PROGRAM <Pending Introduction & Referral> + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled Mar 31 Thursday Beltz 105 (tsbldg) 3:30 PM No Meeting Scheduled ---------------------------------------- EDUCATION Mar 25 Friday Butrovich 205 9:00 AM + SB 236 FACILITIES CONSTITUTING A SCHOOL SB 196 PUBLIC ED: SPEECH, DISCLOSE INST MATERIAL + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled **Streamed live on AKL.tv** Mar 28 Monday Davis 106 8:30 AM -- Please Note Time & Location Change -- Joint with House Education + Presentation: Annual Update from the Alaska Council of School Administrators **Streamed live on AKL.tv** 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2130 EDUCATION (continued) Mar 30 Wednesday Butrovich 205 9:00 AM += SB 236 FACILITIES CONSTITUTING A SCHOOL -- Public Testimony -- += SB 225 TEACHER REGISTERED APPRENTICE PROGRAMS -- Invited & Public Testimony -- + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled **Streamed live on AKL.tv** Apr 01 Friday Butrovich 205 9:00 AM No Meeting Scheduled ---------------------------------------- FINANCE Mar 25 Friday Senate Finance 532 9:00 AM -- MEETING CANCELED -- + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled Mar 28 Monday Senate Finance 532 9:00 AM += SB 190 EXTEND REGULATORY COMMISSION OF ALASKA <Bill Hearing Rescheduled to 03/30/22> + SB 193 EXTEND BOARD OF CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS <Bill Hearing Rescheduled to 03/30/22> -- Invited & Public Testimony -- -- Public Testimony <Time Limit May Be Set> -- + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled Mar 28 Monday Senate Finance 532 1:00 PM + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled Mar 29 Tuesday Senate Finance 532 9:00 AM + Presentation: Department of Public Safety FY23 Budget Overview Presentation: Hiring Bonuses & Retention Incentives by Office of Management & Budget Department of Law Division of Legislative Legal Invited Testimony + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled Mar 29 Tuesday Senate Finance 532 1:00 PM + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2131 FINANCE (continued) Mar 30 Wednesday Senate Finance 532 9:00 AM + SB 204 HUNTING PERMIT/TAG AUCTIONS/RAFFLES -- Invited & Public Testimony -- -- Public Testimony <Time Limit May Be Set> -- + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled: += SB 190 EXTEND REGULATORY COMMISSION OF ALASKA <Bill Hearing Rescheduled from 03/28/22> += SB 193 EXTEND BOARD OF CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS -- Invited & Public Testimony -- -- Public Testimony <Time Limit May Be Set> -- <Bill Hearing Rescheduled from 03/28/22> Mar 30 Wednesday Senate Finance 532 1:00 PM + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled Mar 31 Thursday Senate Finance 532 9:00 AM += SB 98 ADULT FOSTER CARE FOR DISABLED + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled Mar 31 Thursday Senate Finance 532 1:00 PM + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled Apr 01 Friday Senate Finance 532 9:00 AM + Subcommittee of the Whole - University of Alaska Budget Closeout Review of Judgment & Claims - Division of Legislative Legal, Dept. Of Law + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled ---------------------------------------- HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES Mar 29 Tuesday Butrovich 205 1:30 PM += SB 124 MENTAL HEALTH FACILITIES & MEDS -- Testimony <Invitation Only> -- + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled **Streamed live on AKL.tv** 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2132 HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES (continued) Mar 31 Thursday Butrovich 205 1:30 PM += SB 175 HEALTH CARE SERVICES BY TELEHEALTH -- Testimony <Invitation Only> -- + HB 184 REQUIRE TRIBAL CHILD WELFARE COMPACT -- Invited & Public Testimony -- + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled **Streamed live on AKL.tv** ---------------------------------------- JUDICIARY Mar 25 Friday Butrovich 205 1:30 PM -- MEETING CANCELED -- += SB 189 CRIME OF SEX/HUMAN TRAFFICKING += SB 124 MENTAL HEALTH FACILITIES & MEDS <Bill Hearing Canceled> + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled **Streamed live on AKL.tv** Mar 28 Monday Butrovich 205 1:30 PM = SB 34 STATE-TRIBAL EDUCATION COMPACT SCHOOLS -- Public Testimony -- SB 214 LIABILITY: SOCIAL MEDIA CENSORSHIP HB 157 APOC; REPORT REFERENDA/RECALL CONTRIBUTOR <Pending Referral> + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled **Streamed live on AKL.tv** Mar 30 Wednesday Butrovich 205 1:30 PM = SB 189 CRIME OF SEX/HUMAN TRAFFICKING + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled **Streamed live on AKL.tv** Apr 01 Friday Butrovich 205 1:30 PM No Meeting Scheduled 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2133 LABOR & COMMERCE Mar 25 Friday Beltz 105 (tsbldg) 1:30 PM + Consideration of Governor’s Appointees: Board of Massage Therapists -- Kelli Shew -- Amanda Nosich Board of Chiropractic Examiners -- Dr. Walter Campbell -- Invited & Public Testimony -- + SB 232 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OF EMPLOYEES -- Invited & Public Testimony -- + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled **Streamed live on AKL.tv** Mar 28 Monday Beltz 105 (tsbldg) 1:30 PM += SB 234 BROADBAND: OFFICE, GRANTS, PARITY -- Invited & Public Testimony -- += HB 111 DENTAL HYGIENIST ADVANCED PRAC PERMIT -- Testimony <Invitation Only> -- + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled **Streamed live on AKL.tv** Mar 30 Wednesday Beltz 105 (tsbldg) 1:30 PM += SB 197 DIRECT HEALTH CARE AGREEMENTS -- Testimony <Invitation Only> -- += HB 125 MILITARY AND FAMILY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE -- Testimony <Invitation Only> -- + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled **Streamed live on AKL.tv** Apr 01 Friday Beltz 105 (tsbldg) 1:30 PM No Meeting Scheduled ---------------------------------------- RESOURCES Mar 25 Friday Butrovich 205 3:30 PM + Department of Law Presentation + SB 239 APPROVE PETRO STAR INC. ROYALTY OIL SALE + SB 240 APPROVE MARATHON PETRO ROYALTY OIL SALE + -- Public & Invited Testimony -- + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled **Streamed live on AKL.tv** 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2134 RESOURCES (continued) Mar 28 Monday Butrovich 205 3:30 PM + HJR 34 NAT'L PETROLEUM RESERVE IN ALASKA -- Invited & Public Testimony -- += SB 239 APPROVE PETRO STAR INC. ROYALTY OIL SALE += SB 240 APPROVE MARATHON PETRO ROYALTY OIL SALE -- Invited & Public Testimony -- + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled **Streamed live on AKL.tv** Mar 30 Wednesday Butrovich 205 3:30 PM += SB 121 PFAS USE & REMEDIATION; FIRE/WATER SAFETY + HB 304 CHUGACH STATE PARK/EAGLE RIVER LIONS CLUB -- Invited & Public Testimony -- + HB 209 EMERGENCY FIREFIGHTERS -- Invited & Public Testimony -- + HB 148 ALASKA COORDINATE SYSTEM OF 2022 -- Invited & Public Testimony -- + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled: **Streamed live on AKL.tv** Apr 01 Friday Butrovich 205 3:30 PM No Meeting Scheduled ---------------------------------------- STATE AFFAIRS Mar 29 Tuesday Butrovich 205 3:30 PM + Governor's DOA Appointee Hearing-Com. Paula Vrana + Governor's Personal Board Appointee Hearing- Keith Hamilton + SB 195 PAY INCREASES FOR EXEMPT EMPLOYEES += SB 207 ACCESS TO MARIJUANA CONVICTION RECORDS -- Invited & Public Testimony -- += SJR 20 URGE PASSAGE OF HEARING PROTECTION ACT -- Public Testimony -- + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled **Streamed live on AKL.tv** 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2135 STATE AFFAIRS (continued) Mar 31 Thursday Butrovich 205 3:30 PM + Governor's Military Appeals Commission Appointee Hearing- Tyler Harder += HB 187 STATE AGENCY PUBLICATIONS -- Public Testimony -- + SB 188 CRIM PROCEDURE; CHANGE OF NAME += HB 123 STATE RECOGNITION OF TRIBES -- Testimony <Invitation Only> -- + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled **Streamed live on AKL.tv** ---------------------------------------- TRANSPORTATION Mar 29 Tuesday Beltz 105 (tsbldg) 1:30 PM += SB 170 MARINE HIGHWAY CORPORATION -- Public Testimony -- + HB 90 VEHICLE RENTALS & VEHICLE RENTAL NETWORKS -- Invited & Public Testimony -- + SJR 21 URGE CANADA: ALLOW UNVACCINATED TRUCKERS + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled **Streamed live on AKL.tv** Mar 31 Thursday Beltz 105 (tsbldg) 1:30 PM += SB 170 MARINE HIGHWAY CORPORATION + Bills Previously Heard/Scheduled **Streamed live on AKL.tv** ---------------------------------------- FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEES ADMINISTRATION Mar 31 Thursday Senate Finance 532 12:20 PM + FY23 Department of Administration Budget Closeout 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2136 COMMERCE, COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEV Mar 29 Tuesday Senate Finance 532 5:30 PM + Department of Commerce, Community & Economic Development Budget Closeout ---------------------------------------- CORRECTIONS Mar 31 Thursday Senate Finance 532 6:00 PM + Department of Corrections Budget Closeout ---------------------------------------- EDUCATION & EARLY DEVELOPMENT Mar 31 Thursday Senate Finance 532 12:00 PM + FY23 Department of Education & Early Development Budget Closeout -- Testimony <Invitation Only> -- ---------------------------------------- ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION Mar 29 Tuesday Senate Finance 532 6:00 PM + Department of Environmental Conservation Budget Closeout ---------------------------------------- FISH & GAME Mar 31 Thursday Senate Finance 532 12:40 PM + FY23 Department of Fish & Game Budget Closeout ---------------------------------------- JUDICIARY Mar 28 Monday Senate Finance 532 5:15 PM + FY23 Budget Request: Retention & Recruitment Plan -- Testimony <Invitation Only> -- Doug Wooliver, Deputy Administrative Director, Alaska Court System Rhonda McLeod, Chief Financial Officer, Alaska Court System 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2137 JUDICIARY (continued) Apr 04 Monday Senate Finance 532 5:15 PM + FY23 Budget Closeout -- Testimony <Invitation Only> -- Doug Wooliver, Deputy Administrative Director, Alaska Court System Rhonda McLeod, Chief Financial Officer, Alaska Court System ---------------------------------------- LABOR & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Mar 29 Tuesday Senate Finance 532 7:30 AM + FY23 Operating Budget Closeout ---------------------------------------- LAW Mar 29 Tuesday Butrovich 205 7:30 AM -- MEETING CANCELED -- + FY 2023 Budget Overview - Subcommittee Closeout ---------------------------------------- MILITARY & VETERANS' AFFAIRS Mar 31 Thursday Beltz 105 (tsbldg) 11:30 AM + FY23 Budget Closeout -- Testimony <Invitation Only> -- Craig Christenson, Deputy Commissioner, DMVA Robert Ernisse, Administrative Services Director, Office of Management & Budget ---------------------------------------- NATURAL RESOURCES Mar 31 Thursday Senate Finance 532 7:30 AM + FY23 Operating Budget Closeout 2022-03-25 Senate Journal Page 2138 PUBLIC SAFETY Mar 31 Thursday Beltz 105 (tsbldg) 7:30 AM + FY 2023 Budget Committee Closeout ---------------------------------------- REVENUE Mar 29 Tuesday Butrovich 205 12:00 PM + Department of Revenue - Treasury Division Retirement Trust Funds Mar 31 Thursday Senate Finance 532 5:30 PM + Department of Revenue - Budget Closeout ---------------------------------------- TRANSPORTATION & PUBLIC FACILITIES Mar 28 Monday Senate Finance 532 12:00 PM + DOT - Highways & Aviation Mar 30 Wednesday Senate Finance 532 7:30 AM -- Rescheduled to 03/31/2022 12:00 PM -- + DOT Operating Budget Closeout Mar 31 Thursday Senate Finance 532 12:00 PM -- Rescheduled from 03/30/2022 -- + DOT Operating Budget Closeout ---------------------------------------- OTHER MEETINGS MISCELLANEOUS MEETINGS Apr 05 Tuesday Butrovich 205 12:00 PM Lunch & Learn Alaska - LNG Project Update Presented by AGDC & Wood Mackenzie Sponsored by Senator Micciche Apr 11 Monday Butrovich 205 12:00 PM + Lunch & Learn: The Alaska State Hospital and Nursing Home Association briefing on the "Alaska Health Care Work Analysis" Sponsored by Senator Wilson