This is a copy of the verbal testimony APF provided to the Senate State Affairs Committee on April 13, 2021. Click here to open a printable PDF of the testimony in a newRead More
Testimony on SB 23 – Ballot Initiative Severability
Opposition Statement To U.S. Senate Bill 1
On March 23, 2021, Alaska Policy Forum joined numerous think tanks and freedom-loving citizens from all over the United States in expressing opposition to Senate Bill 1, a federal legislative proposal that would,Read More
Licensing Recognition for Telehealth Providers
Alaska has 17 medically underserved areas (MUAs) that would stand to benefit greatly from increased access to health care at lower costs than in-person visits. In fact, all Alaskans would benefit greatly sinceRead More
Video: Alaska Students Must Read by 9
With one policy change, Alaska can improve learning, reduce poverty and ensure more students are on the path to success in career and college. Alaska invests huge sums into public K—12 education butRead More
Testimony on SB 111 – Read By 9
This is a copy of the verbal testimony APF provided to the Senate Education Committee on April 10, 2021. Click here to open a printable PDF of the testimony in a new tab.Read More
Alaska’s Property Taxes, Ranked
The Tax Foundation has released a series of articles examining the reliance of state budgets on property taxes, sales taxes, and individual income taxes. Alaska does not yet have an income tax on individuals, although several bills have been introduced inRead More