Alaska budget grounds film incentives and rescue helicopter

Alaska Dispatch

Alaska troopers plan to store 1 of 2 rescue helicopters due to limited funding
  
With state lawmakers’ long-delayed approval of a budget deal last week, Alaska State Troopers are moving forward with plans to store one of their two expensive and heavily equipped rescue helicopters.

Alaska News | Jerzy Shedlock
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Gov. Walker signs bill ending Alaska film incentive program
  
Gov. Bill Walker has signed legislation ending a state subsidy program for the film industry, even while proclaiming his support for the motion picture business in Alaska.

Film & TV | Pat Forgey
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http://www.adn.com/article/20150616/gov-walker-signs-bill-ending-alaska-film-incentive-program