Senator James Kaufman
Serving Senate District F and the great state of Alaska
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Catch up:
Report: The Final Weeks of Session
A lot has happened since our last newsletter. We’ve had a number of bill hearings in Senate and House committees and even passed a couple
The Case for Permitting Reform
Earlier this week I was proud to spearhead a bipartisan letter signed by 30 members of the Alaska State Legislature that was sent to our
Report: Things are Heating Up
Things are heating up in Juneau, both literally and figuratively! In the literal sense, my walks to work are becoming warmer and ice-free (although sometimes
A Look Behind the Scenes
Senate Transportation is rumbling along smoothly. During our committee meetings, we continue to drill into specific modes of transportation. Outside of our official meeting times,
Report: Coffee Tomorrow & More
We’ve certainly been staying busy these past few weeks! I flew to Anchorage to attend the Iditarod start on the 11th, and then participated in
Report: Projects, Peace Officers, & BRGRs
I’m back in the Capitol again after a trip home this weekend. I’d like to thank those that came down to SteamDot’s O’Malley location on
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(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