Senator James Kaufman

Serving Senate District F and the great state of Alaska
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My proposal to tie government spending to Alaska's economy.
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Navigating the Path to Sustainable Energy: Avoiding the Jenga Effect
As we navigate Alaska’s path to a more sustainable energy future, I’m reminded of the delicate balance required in the game of Jenga. Much like

North to the Future, North to Adventure
Alaska has always been a land of possibilities—a place where innovation meets ambition. Our history, with fishing, resource development, and tourism at its core, shows

Report: Port of Alaska & Welcoming a Team Member
This legislative interim continues to be unusually busy! We have had community meetings about transportation, many conferences, local events, and trips within Alaska, not to mention a

Report: Interim Report & Event Invitation!
Hello, I hope that your summer is going well! The legislative session when we have to be down in Juneau typically runs from mid-January to

Report: The Budget Passes & Session Ends
Summer is here and the 2023 Legislative Session has come to an end. The completion of the budget was a little behind schedule, and as

Repealing a Barrier to Entry for Prospective Truck Drivers
My critical workforce development bill removing a barrier to entry for prospective truck drivers looking to get their commercial driver’s license passed the House today
Get in Touch
(907) 465-4949
When not in session: (907) 269-0244
Session Address: State Capitol Room 115, Juneau, AK 99801
Anchorage Address: 1500 W Benson Blvd, Anchorage, AK 99503
Email: sen.james.kaufman@akleg.gov

Matthew Harvey
Chief of Staff

Emma Torkelson
Transportation Committee Aide

Dominick Harnett
Office Manager / Legislative Aide