Pipeline-for-pension deal falls apart as the Alaska Legislature’s regular session nears end

By: James Brooks

Outlets: Alaska Beacon

Published: May 19, 2026

Words: 1,232

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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A high-stakes quid pro quo deal fell apart in the Alaska Capitol on Monday as legislators failed to approve a tax break for the proposed trans-Alaska natural gas pipeline and Gov. Mike Dunleavy vetoed a bill that would have restored public pensions in the state.

The failure leaves public employees with a 401(k)-like retirement system and legislators likely to head into a special session for further work on a gas pipeline bill.

Rep. Chuck …

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