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Shortage of families leaves few options, adds pressure for those in Alaska s foster care system

Lots of budget work left

EDITOR, Daily News: On May 10, the Alaska State House of Representatives passed a state budget. On May 19, the Senate passed its version. Now, it is time for the two bodies to come together during a Conference Committee to negotiate the differences. The House budget includes $5 million in funding for Pre-K grants, an Office of Children’s Services position for Wrangell, and funding for DIPAC and Crystal Lake hatcheries. The Senate version does not include the previously stated items. Unlike the House budget, it does include about a $2,300 dividend per each Alaskan.   Both budgets include funding for 18-month forward funding for the Alaska Marine Highway System, 100% of school bond debt reimbursement, public broadcasting, and funds to reopen the Wrangell Fish & Game office. Both budgets also include a slight increase to the University of Alaska over the cuts proposed by the governor’s compact in hopes of offsetting revenues lost during COVID-19.  

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