Will Dunleavy’s Freeze on New Regulations Affect Paid Sick Leave for Alaskans?

Will Dunleavy’s freeze on new regulations affect paid sick leave for Alaskans?

Juneau Empire Juneau Empire - The Voice of Alaska's Capital Since 1912 Administrative order could affect a ballot measure Alaskans supported in 2024. Will Dunleavy’s freeze on new regulations affect paid sick leave for Alaskans? Wire Service

Gov. Mike Dunleavy announced a freeze on new state regulations. What does that mean?

The Alaska and American flags fly in front of the Alaska State Capitol on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. (Photo by James Brooks/Alaska Beacon)Two weeks ago, Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy announced a hiring freeze for most state agencies, paused new state regulations, and restricted state workers’ travel. The governor’s administrative order arrived amid growing concerns about state spending, and much of it is similar to orders issued during the COVID-19 pa…