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  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
January 1, 2024 at 10:00 PM

Elvi's Updates- January Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, Happy New Year! I hope you all had a wonderful holiday season spent with family and friends. As we begin 2024, I am filled with optimism and hope for what we can accomplish together du…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
December 2, 2023 at 2:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- December Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, The Alaska Legislative Session is quickly approaching! The session is set to begin on January 16th in Juneau. With the start of the session a little less than two months away, I am ge…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
November 2, 2023 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- November Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, National Native American Heritage Month, observed annually in November, holds special significance here in Alaska. As home to hundreds of Native tribes and the highest percentage of In…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
October 3, 2023 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- October Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, I hope you have had a great fall. Looking at the mountains, it'll only be a matter of time before the snow blankets our city for the next several months. Please be careful when traveli…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
September 15, 2023 at 8:00 PM

Elvi's Updates- Town Hall

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, There is a Town Hall meeting this Saturday, you can participate in person or via Zoom. Representative Andy Josephson, Representative Galvin, and I are hosting a town hall to hear from…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
September 2, 2023 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- September Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, I hope all students have had a restful summer break and are ready to dive back into their studies for the new school year. As your Senator, I want to express how excited I am to see stu…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
August 4, 2023 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- July Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, Summer continues to move along! I hope that you, your family and friends have found time to get outside and enjoy some of what this beautiful state has to offer! This summer, my staf…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
July 15, 2023 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- Constituent Meeting

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, Time is running out, and I wanted to remind you that there is only 1 day left until my Constituent Meeting! Take advantage of this great opportunity to share what issues matter to you …
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
July 1, 2023 at 8:00 PM

Elvi's Updates- July Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, We have finally reached Solstice weekend. Now that we have passed the longest day of the year where we received 22 hours of functional sunlight here in Anchorage, we can start looking …
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
June 1, 2023 at 8:11 PM

Elvi's Updates- June Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, Our office has officially transitioned to the interim. This means that my staff (with the exception of Jeff) and I will be working in Anchorage. Jeff is working in my Juneau Office. Th…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
May 20, 2023 at 1:03 AM

Elvi's Updates- Budget Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, We have officially reached the end of the session! For the past four months, I have worked diligently with my colleagues to address the issues of the state. As you may have guessed, th…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
May 2, 2023 at 1:11 AM

Elvi's Updates- May Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, We are quickly approaching the end of the session. With only 16 days left, much has been accomplished thus far (see more below). As we begin to finish the session and transition from …
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
April 1, 2023 at 1:30 AM

Elvi's Updates- April Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, The session has been great, especially for the Senate working together within our bi-partisan majority. We are officially halfway through the Legislative session with today marking the…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
March 2, 2023 at 2:32 AM

Elvi's Updates- February Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, Women’s History Month started off as a week-long celebration in 1982 but continued to pass joint resolutions in Congress. In 1987 it was designated as a month-long celebration in March…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
February 3, 2023 at 3:32 AM

Elvi's Updates- January Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, Happy Black History Month!  During the 31st Alaska Legislature, Senate Bill 40 passed which placed Black History Month within our state statutes. This month brings public awareness t…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
January 2, 2023 at 5:01 PM

Elvi's Updates- December Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, Happy New Year! Here’s to feeling thankful for the year behind and enthusiastic for the year ahead. I hope that everyone stays healthy and prosperous. I look forward to a productive …
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
November 19, 2022 at 2:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- November Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, As you know, I've been busy running for re-election and existing protocol does not allow sitting legislators to send legislative newsletters while running an active campaign. I'm back!…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
June 1, 2022 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- June Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, It's been a long 121 days, but it pleases me to announce that the session formally ended (sine die) at midnight on May 18th. Although, we are no longer in Juneau, I look forward to con…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
May 2, 2022 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- May Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, With just over two weeks left in this session, the pressure to finish business is at full speed. In the House, members are working on addressing the Capital Budget and members of the S…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
April 15, 2022 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- Special Edition

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 Ap…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
April 2, 2022 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- April Edition

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, We have officially surpassed the halfway mark for the 121-day session! On March 11th, I introduced a Sense of the Senate supporting a one-year suspension of the motor fuel tax. The Se…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
March 2, 2022 at 2:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- March Edition

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, Everything is fully underway here in the Capitol. We have officially made it to the 30-day mark and will continue to press on until we reach the end. Additionally, I'd like to also wis…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
February 1, 2022 at 2:14 AM

Elvi's Updates- February Edition

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, I want to take a moment and reflect on this month-long celebration of Black History Month. I was honored to see Senate Bill 40, an act establishing the month of February, each year, as…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
January 1, 2022 at 5:00 PM

Elvi's Updates- New Year 2022 Edition

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, Happy New Year! As we leave 2021 behind, we have a lot to look forward to in this new year. We are gearing up to finish the second half of the 32nd Alaska State Legislative year. I'm …
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
December 22, 2021 at 11:30 PM

Elvi's Updates- Holiday Edition

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, Do you want to know about the various legislative happenings? Do you want to know more about my bills? Or are there other questions you have? Con…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
December 1, 2021 at 5:04 PM

Elvi's Updates- December 2021

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, On November 25th, families all across Alaska sat down to enjoy a thanksgiving meal with one another reflecting on the past year. For so many of us, the holidays bring us much joy but, …
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
October 29, 2021 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- November 2021

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, The 4th Special Session will end on November 2nd and it's unfortunate that we didn't get much done after gaveling in on October 4th. As you may remember from my pr…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
October 1, 2021 at 1:06 AM

Elvi's Updates- October 2021

From Juneau to You! Dear Friends, With several special sessions now behind us, we have yet another in front of us. Initially, the Governor called the Legislature back in session on October 1st but after much deliberati…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
September 21, 2021 at 11:18 PM

Elvi's Updates- Special Session Edition

From Juneau to You! Dear friends, Join Anchorage legislators online for a public update and input meeting tomorrow night at 6 pm, via Zoom and Facebook Live! If you can’t join, we still hope to hear from you! Pl…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
September 18, 2021 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- Special Session Edition

From Juneau to You! Dear friends, The special session just ended on September 14th. After a month of deliberation on various issues, the Alaska Legislature gaveled out after creating legislation that addresses some lo…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
September 2, 2021 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- September 2021

From Juneau to You! Dear friends, This summer has been absolutely remarkable- as most Alaskan summers are. I hope you have been able to enjoy your summer! This month, many of you have seen your children and/or grandchi…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
August 3, 2021 at 12:17 AM

Elvi's Updates- August 2021

From Juneau to You! Dear friends, This summer has been absolutely remarkable- as most Alaskan summers are. I hope you have been able to enjoy your summer! This month, many of you will see your children and/or grandchil…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
July 8, 2021 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- Veto Edition

From Juneau to You! Dear friends, As you may know, Governor Dunleavy issued his line-item vetoes on July 1st and made them available on July 2nd. Below, is more information regarding the Governor's vetoes. If you'd …
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
July 1, 2021 at 10:40 PM

Elvi's Updates- July Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Dear friends, So far it has been a very busy year- certainly, this summer has followed the trend. Both bodies were called back to Juneau for two special sessions thus far (with at least one more loo…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
June 2, 2021 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- End of Session Updates

From Juneau to You! Dear friends, Day 121 has officially come and gone but the work continues! On the last day of the session, members of both bodies worked until the last minute to address the budget which included 41…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
May 1, 2021 at 10:40 PM

Elvi's Updates- May Newsletter 2021

From Juneau to You! Dear friends, Thank you so much for filling out my survey regarding the various issues currently in front of the Legislature. There was an overwhelming response from my constituency, and I will be t…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
April 10, 2021 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates- IMPORTANT

From Juneau to You! Dear friends, Reminder that tomorrow is the day that I will convene my first virtual constituent meeting this session. This event will be a great way to ask questions, vo…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
April 2, 2021 at 5:28 PM

Elvi's Updates- April Newsletter 2021

From Juneau to You! Dear friends, We are now at day 73 of the legislative session. The last time I sent a newsletter, we were at day 42- time really goes by quickly down here in the legislatu…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
February 1, 2021 at 5:01 PM

Elvi's Updates- February Newsletter 2021

From Juneau to You! Dear friends,  Let me take this moment to wish you all a Happy Black History Month! During the 2019 Legislative Session, SB40 established the month of February as Black History M…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
January 1, 2021 at 5:01 PM

Elvi's Updates- January Newsletter 2021

From Juneau to You! Dear friends, As we leave 2020 behind, we have a lot to look forward to this new year! The State of Alaska has received its first COVID vaccines, we are finished with the election cycle and we are g…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
December 21, 2020 at 5:01 PM

Elvi's Updates- Holiday Letter

From Juneau to You! ‌ ‌ If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to my office at any time. L. Keith Bauguess…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
December 1, 2020 at 6:30 PM

Elvi's Updates- December Newsletter

From Juneau to You! The First Regular Session of the 32nd Legislature convenes on January 19th, 2021. Below, are my priorities. Budget Developing a comprehensive and sustainable budget. For the c…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
November 1, 2020 at 5:00 PM

Elvi's Updates- November Newsletter

From Juneau to You! Your Vote Your Voice Make your voice heard on November 3rd. Election 2020 Fact Sheet The More You Know http://aksenatedems.com/do…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
October 2, 2020 at 7:00 AM

Elvi's Updates

From Juneau to You! It’s more essential now than ever to cast your ballot. While the importance of voting has been hammered into your head since the day you turned 18, some of you probably still wo…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
September 12, 2020 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates

From Juneau to You! Every Voice Counts General Election Absentee Ballots Voting is important to our democratic process. It is our civic duty and a critical component to ensuring you…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
August 29, 2020 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates

From Juneau to You! August 28, 2020 ‌ ‌ ‌ Session: Capitol Building Room 417 Juneau, AK 99801 (907) 465-4930…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
August 1, 2020 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates

From Juneau to You! July 31, 2020 ‌ ‌ ‌ Session: Capitol Building Room 417 Juneau, AK 99801 (907) 465-4930 …
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
July 14, 2020 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates

From Juneau to You! July 13, 2020 ‌ ‌ ‌ Session: Capitol Building Room 417 Juneau,…
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
July 2, 2020 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates

From Juneau to You! July 1, 2020 ‌ ‌ ‌ Session: Capitol Building Room 417 Juneau, …
  Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson · [email protected]
June 12, 2020 at 1:00 AM

Elvi's Updates

From Juneau to You! June 11, 2020 ‌ ‌ ‌ Session: Capitol Building Room 417 Juneau,…