Dunleavy to propose ‘temporary, seasonal sales tax’ in Thursday’s Alaska State of the State address

By: James Brooks

Outlets: Alaska Beacon

Published: January 22, 2026

Words: 540

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy is expected Thursday evening to detail his plans for a long-term plan to balance Alaska’s expenses and revenue.

“There will be a temporary, seasonal sales tax concept put forward for discussion with the legislature,” Dunleavy said Wednesday during a cabinet meeting open to reporters.

Will state lawmakers approve that idea?

“I don’t have the answer to that until we start having discussions,” he said.

Since 2015, Alaska’s annual budget process …

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