Minority Republicans say they see removing the dividend from the House's draft budget as a worrying sign. Bipartisan coalition leaders say it's typical at this early stage.

Residents of Alaska are on the verge of receiving new financial relief. The state's Department of Revenue has confirmed the distribution schedule for the Permanent Fund Dividend (P ...

This Thursday, February 19, 2026, marks a key date for thousands of residents who are waiting to receive their outstanding ...

House minority Republicans are decrying a procedural decision to temporarily zero out the Permanent Fund dividend size in next year's draft budget while conversations are underway on its ...

To qualify for the 2026 Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD), individuals must have been residents of Alaska throughout the entire calendar year of 2025. This means maintaining a physical presence in the ...

February 2026 marks the final stretch for receiving the $1,000 Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) payments. This annual benefit is crucial for many residents, providing direct financial relief. If ...

Gov. Dunleavy suggests 4% summer statewide sales tax, falling to 2% in winter; many municipal exemptions and caps would go away ...

A state consultant told Alaska lawmakers Wednesday the Permanent Fund had a strong year, but one state senator said how much the dividend will be valued was separate from the fund’s performance.

Republican members of the House Finance Committee last week unanimously opposed a committee substitute for the state operating budget that effectively zeroes out the Alaska Permanent Fund dividend.

For decades, Alaska has operated under a fiscal and budgeting system unlike any other state, and some could argue any place ...

JUNEAU, Alaska (KTUU) - Legislative leaders are calling claims that Alaska’s PFD will be $0 this year “absolute nonsense”— ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Gov. Mike Dunleavy gestures during his State of the State address on Jan. 22, 2026. (Photo by Corinne Smith/Alaska Beacon) Gov.