Senator Matt Claman

08/18/2026

08/17/2026

Today's the last day for early voting! In our latest e-news, we explain where and how to vote in the primary election. Click below to learn more. https://alaskasenate.org/senator/claman/081426_alaska_matters.htm

08/03/2026

In our recent e-news, we discuss Ballot Measure No. 1 which will be on the primary election ballot on August 18th. Also, we explain how you can check the status of your voter registration in light of the letters that the Division of Elections sent to more than 3,000 residents regarding their citizenship. Click below to read more.

Email from Alaska State Legislature Ballot Measure No. 1: Campaign Finance Limits Protecting Your Rights: Serving West Anchorage July 31, 2026 In this issue: Ballot Measure 1 - Campaign Finance Limits

07/18/2026

This week, the Legislature voted not to pass the Conference Committee version of the LNG legislation. The Governor says he will call a third 2026 special session on July 27th. Click below to read more.
https://alaskasenate.org/senator/claman/071726_alaska_matters.htm

05/16/2026

In this week's e-news, the Legislature is working on passing bills before session adjourns on May 20th and we met in Joint Session to confirm appointees to Boards and Commissions. We also discuss passed legislation and an update on public education funding. Click on the link to read more.

Email from Alaska State Legislature Legislature rejects nomination for Attorney General Protecting Your Rights: Serving West Anchorage May 15, 2026 In this issue: Crime Bill Update Confirmations Passe

05/01/2026

In this week's e-news, we discuss the pension bill that passed the legislature and the Governor's veto of the bipartisan elections bill.

Email from Alaska State Legislature House Bill 78 now goes to the Governor. Protecting Your Rights: Serving West Anchorage May 1, 2026 In this issue: The Legislature Passes the Pension Retirement Cons

04/29/2026

Last week, I met with teachers from West Anchorage. We discussed the need for additional funding to support teachers and reduce class sizes. Public education is our best investment in Alaska's future.

04/27/2026

Last week, I met with the Tanana Chiefs Conference Emerging Leaders. We discussed the importance of behavioral health access for minors, rural public safety, and Native language learning. Thank you to these young leaders for their advocacy on these important issues.

04/24/2026

In this week's e-news, we discuss the capital budget that passed the Senate. And 70 years ago today, Alaska's Constitutional Convention approved the new Alaska Constitution in Fairbanks.

Email from Alaska State Legislature The capital budget now moves to the House. Protecting Your Rights: Serving West Anchorage April 24, 2026 In this issue: Senate passes the capital budget Anchorage

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day!