Rep. Dan Saddler

Maddy summaryHB 3 requires the Alaska legislature to convene annually in Anchorage for regular sessions starting on the third Tuesday in January. It prohibits legislators and legislative employees from soliciting campaign contributions in Anchorage during regular sessions and restricts candidates for governor or lieutenant governor from doing so in Anchorage during any legislative session. The bill allows special sessions to be held anywhere in the state, with the governor or presiding officers designating the location. Additionally, it updates lobbying registration requirements and provides travel expense reimbursement for legislators attending regular sessions in Anchorage.

Maddy summaryHB 150 requires Alaska's Department of Family and Community Services (DFCS) to create a shared screening method to identify children affected by sexual abuse, sex trafficking, or commercial sexual exploitation. Shelters for runaway minors must screen minors upon intake and when risk factors arise, while DFCS must screen children in its care at initial commitment and when victimization is suspected. The bill also mandates DFCS to investigate the experiences of missing children in its custody who are located, including screening them for these specific issues. These requirements apply to children under DFCS supervision or receiving services from shelters, with implementation required within one year. The law aims to standardize victim identification and response across relevant agencies.

Maddy summaryHB 161 requires most Alaska employers to provide paid sick leave: businesses with 50+ employees must offer 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked (capped at 56 hours yearly), while smaller businesses (fewer than 15 employees) must offer 1 hour per 30 hours (capped at 40 hours yearly). Employees can use this leave for their own medical care, family health needs, or domestic violence situations, with accrual starting at hire or July 1, 2025. Unused leave carries over annually but cannot exceed the yearly caps. The law applies to private sector workers and allows cashing out accrued leave upon request.

Maddy summaryHB 269 clarifies when drivers in Alaska must use headlights, directly affecting all drivers operating vehicles on public roads. The bill specifies three main situations requiring headlights: between 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise (except during certain low-visibility periods), when visibility drops below 1,000 feet due to weather or darkness, and on designated traffic safety corridors. It also adds seasonal requirements based on latitude: north of 60°N from September 16-April 30, on paved Sterling Highway year-round, and south of 60°N from October 1-April 14. The law applies to offenses occurring on or after the bill's effective date.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Alaska's election code to require that ballots include a designated space for write-in votes for President and Vice-President. It directly affects Alaska voters who wish to cast write-in ballots for these federal offices. The key provision mandates that the ballot design must include a clear option for write-in candidates within the presidential/VP section, rather than requiring separate procedures. This is a procedural change to ballot formatting, not a policy shift on write-in eligibility.

Maddy summaryHJR 5 is a resolution passed by the Alaska Legislature urging the U.S. Congress and President to reinstate and permanently fund the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000. This act provided critical funding to rural communities near national forests (like those in Southeast Alaska) that historically relied on payments from federal timber revenue to support schools, roads, public safety, and infrastructure. The resolution specifically requests retroactive funding for fiscal year 2025 after the program expired in January 2025 and asks Congress to make the funding mechanism permanent. It does not create new law but formally advocates for federal action to prevent budget shortfalls in affected rural areas.

Maddy summaryHJR 11 is a symbolic resolution recognizing Alaska's relationship with Canada. It highlights shared natural resources, trade (including $596 million in annual exports from Alaska to Canada), historical military partnerships, and cultural ties through decades of collaboration. The resolution does not create new laws, funding, or obligations - it serves only as an official statement of support. It was passed by the Alaska Legislature and transmitted to the Governor for filing.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (HCR 6) passed by Alaska's legislature to honor the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Marine Corps' founding on November 10, 2025. It expresses the legislature's recognition of the Marine Corps' historical role, values, and sacrifices, including honoring fallen service members. The resolution calls on Alaskans to participate in commemorative activities and encourages local communities to recognize area Marines. It has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely a ceremonial expression of support.

Maddy summaryHJR 13 is a state resolution urging the U.S. President to resume evacuation flights for Afghan nationals with approved Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs) and their families. It specifically requests the State Department expedite visa processing, secure legal protections for SIV applicants, and provide Congress with a report on reinstating evacuation flights. The resolution directly affects Afghan allies who worked with U.S. forces and have received SIV approval but remain stranded abroad, often separated from family members. As a non-binding resolution, it calls for federal action but does not alter existing law or create new obligations.

Maddy summarySJR 19 is a non-binding resolution passed by the Alaska Legislature urging the U.S. Congress to honor historical agreements requiring Alaska to receive 90% of federal revenue from oil and gas leases on two specific federal lands: the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska. It references the 1958 Alaska Statehood Act and a 1957 amendment to the Mineral Leasing Act, which established Alaska's right to this 90% share as part of statehood negotiations. The resolution does not change current law but requests Congress fulfill this long-standing commitment, particularly as federal energy development expands in these areas. It is a statement of policy position, not a legislative proposal with immediate effect.