Alaska LNG Push: Alaska lawmakers advanced a bill to the House floor that would give the Alaska LNG megaproject major property-tax relief, replacing it with a smaller tax tied to gas flow—setting up a key House vote before the special session ends June 19. Pipeline Policy: The same special session is also moving a gas pipeline tax bill sought by Gov. Mike Dunleavy and the Glenfarne project team, with Senate resistance still a major hurdle. Rural Land Conservation: Sitnasuak Native Corp. took ownership of 14 miles along the Nome River for long-term conservation and subsistence access, with deed restrictions protecting habitat and river function. Mining & Exploration: Trilogy Metals says 2026 field work is underway at the Upper Kobuk Mineral Projects in Alaska’s Ambler Mining District, aiming to advance a high-grade Arctic copper project toward a construction decision. Fisheries Innovation: A Southeast Alaska longliner is testing hybrid diesel-electric propulsion, reporting about 20% fuel savings and lower emissions/noise. Food Production: Seward’s Exit Glacier Greenhouses won national recognition and funding to expand insulated, solar-powered greenhouse production for local food resilience. Safety & Infrastructure: Juneau’s Back Loop Bridge trailhead is closed while a glacial outburst flood wall berm is built, with reopening targeted for late July. Energy Tech Beyond Alaska: A Moses Lake plant opened as the first U.S. commercial facility producing sustainable jet fuel from CO2 and renewable electricity, with Alaska Airlines among partners. Legal/Schools: A charter school appeal tied to Fairbanks’ Pearl Creek STEAM School gets its first hearing in Superior Court.