Alaska's legislature, now led by Democrats, faces budget strain while aiming to boost education and reform pensions.

Alaska's legislature began its session with Democrats in the majority, aiming to boost education funding and reform public-sector retirement plans, despite a budget strain due to low oil prices. The new Senate leadership, including President Gary Stevens, aims to work across party lines. The session will also tackle election reform and energy policy, with possible impacts from President Trump's resource development orders. Lawmakers may need to tap a reserve fund to balance the budget, affecting the annual state dividend.

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