Former Gov. Knowles threw out a lot of easy cliches, and is very good at delivering them, but cliches aren't going to get Alaskans a gas pipeline. |
He continues to stand behind that as an appropriate balance between incentives for exploration and development and the tax rate. |
He is certainly willing to look at new solutions. |
I know of no decision to use the jet in any way differently than the usage of the King Air. |
The goal is to get to yes. It's to get to yes on a gas pipeline. |
The governor is aware of the situation and that the transition period can be challenging. |
The governor's been concerned about the ability to recruit and retain competent, qualified and excellent commissioners. |
this is an aircraft that Alaska needs as one of the most aviation-dependent states in the nation. |
Ultimately the bill the governor puts forward is the one he believes is in the best interests of the state. |
We believed it was overly restrictive, |
We're very confident in the process that we've been following. This is a good example of the kinds of delays and distractions that can slow down this process and keep the contract getting to the Legislature and the public. |