Facing opposition, Dunleavy says lawmakers should 'take more time' on his tax bill

Facing opposition, Dunleavy says lawmakers should 'take more time' on his tax bill

Gov. Mike Dunleavy speaks to reporters during a news conference on May 19, 2025. (Eric Stone/Alaska Public Media) Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s fiscal plan is taking a beating as lawmakers and the public take a closer look at the proposal. Last week, dozens of Alaskans called into a hearing to voice their particular displeasure with the governor’s proposal to institute a statewide sales tax. Now, the governor is changing course a bit. In an interview wit…