Alaska Unions Sue Governor Over Pension Board Vacancies | Anchorage News

Alaska’s top labor unions are suing Governor Mike Dunleavy over his refusal to fill two critical union-nominated seats on the state’s public pension board—positions that have been vacant since March, despite nominees being submitted four months earlier. The unions argue state law demands immediate appointments, while the governor’s office claims the statute may conflict with his constitutional authority, prompting a legal opinion. Plaintiffs’ attorney Scott Kendall highlights the board’s $10 billion+ responsibility and the fact that two meetings have already occurred without union reps, calling the delay baffling given the clear legal mandate. The case now hinges on whether the governor’s appointment powers override specific statutory requirements. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c54667fe8cd016bb