Senate Passes Capital Budget
Tuesday, May 10th, 2011
The Senate has passed its version of the FY2012 Capital Budget providing funds for important projects to keep Alaska’s economy moving. The Capital Budget appropriates money for one-time expenditures such as road and school construction; and public works infrastructure. It is one of the most important policy documents the legislature considers. As Co-Chair of the Senate Finance Committee, I’ve worked with colleagues to enhance state savings and guarantee our state’s economic needs are addressed. I was responsible for drafting the budget and presenting it to the Senate. Here are some excerpts from my speech…