From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, Thank you for reading my newsletters. This particular newsletter is just a quick update regarding last week's fabulous event and the passing of the operating budget in the House. On April 9th, the Alaska House of Representatives passed the proposed operating budget for the State of Alaska by a vote of 25-14. Now the bill awaits transmittal to the Senate. Senator Bettye Davis Portrait Unveiling Thank you to all who came out and supported such a groundbreaking event. The event was well attended by community members, friends, and legislators from both sides of the aisle. Last Friday, Representative Spohnholz and I held a portrait unveiling to celebrate and remember an Alaskan hero. The plan to unveil the portrait came after COVID derailed plans for an earlier celebration. We joined in fellowship to celebrate and honor the legacy of an almighty Alaskan- a woman who gave so much for the betterment of our state. For those who know her, it can be said that her work easily extended beyond her district, specifically her work around education and youth. It is because of her leadership that we can continue to be confident in knowing that the future and well-being of our youth are only going to continue to improve. The late Senator Bettye Davis worked tirelessly to lay that foundation for a better future. It is with much pride and honor to say that the late Senator Bettye Davis is the first Black American to have a portrait in the Capitol and the first to have a committee room named after her. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to my office at any time: Besse Odom Chief of Staff 907.465.4930 Ludmila Diaz Legislative Staff 907.465.4068 Send us an Email Follow Me on Facebook Follow Me on Twitter I’m Senator Elvi, always..... "Listening and Representing Your Interests!” Alaska Senate Democrats | Capitol Building, 4th Avenue & Main Street, Juneau, AK 99801 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected]