Legislative Priorities
The University of Alaska Government Relations team is working with state and federal policymakers to advance policies that support the five strategic priorities established by the University of Alaska Board of Regents.
UA Board of Regents Strategic Priorities
Learn more about each of the Board's Strategic Priorities HERE.
Other Key Legislative Priorities:Technical Vocational Education Program (TVEP) Reauthorization
The Technical Vocational Education Program (TVEP) provides vital investment in economic and workforce development for Alaska’s future.
University Land Grant Deficit
UA is still due approximately 360,000 acres of land grant entitlement
Higher Education Fund
The Alaska Higher Education Investment Fund endows the merit-based Alaska Performance Scholarship and the needs-based Alaska Education Grant both critical for access to higher education.
Alaska Education Tax Credit
The Education Tax Credit provides a significant public benefit for Alaska by incentivizing private companies to invest in education.