Monday, August 16, 2021

Alaska Senate infrastructure bill passes with billions for Alaska Anchorage Daily News by Alex DeMarban, James Brooks - August 10, 2021 The $1 trillion infrastructure bill passed Aug. 10 by the Senate is being called a historic effort to invest in the nation’s roads, broadband and utilities. The bill must still pass the House, and there’s no specific timeline for when that will happen. https://www.alaskajournal.com/2021-08-10/senate-infrastructure-bill-passes-billions-alaska Press Release Press Release: Murkowski Welcomes New Staff Members to D.C. and Anchorage Offices August 13, 2021 “I work hard every day to represent all Alaskans. Our state has so many unique and often challenging needs that must be met, so having a strong staff behind me that really understands Alaska is pivotal,” said Senator Murkowski. “I’m proud to add a number of new individuals to my team—each of whom comes with a specific set of skills and experience that I’m confident will be of great benefit to our state. I’m looking forward to all the good work we have ahead.” https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-welcomes-new-staff-members-to-dc-and-anchorage-offices Federal Register North Pacific Fishery Management Council; Public Meeting A Notice by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on 08/16/2021 The North Pacific Fishery Management Council (Council) Bering Sea Fishery Ecosystem Plan (BS FEP) Team will meet September 1, 2021, and on September 2, 2021. https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2021/08/16/2021-17449/north-pacific-fishery-management-council-public-meeting FYI’s Fish Sandwich Research Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute - August 2021 Download the Fish Sandwich Research PDF https://alaskaseafood.org/foodservice/research/fish-sandwich-research/ Salmonfest 2021 sells out again, with new amenities for fans Family-friendly event celebrates protection of Alaska’s wild salmon habitat Cordova Times by Margaret Bauman - August 15, 2021 Seventeen-year-old rhythm and blues singer Vella on River Stage at Salmonfest 2021 drew strong approval from fans during a late-afternoon performance. Photo by Margaret Bauman/The Cordova Times https://www.thecordovatimes.com/2021/08/15/salmonfest-2021-sells-out-again-with-new-amenities-for-fans/

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