4-2-13

Today we heard this tax reform 'thank you' commercial on a local radio station, sponsored by the Alaska Support Industry Alliance -- illustrating the many dimensions the controversy covers.  The point about sustainable policy benefiting many generations -- not just this one --  is a cultural value we have stressed for years and we thank the Alliance for its message.  -dh Status of Alaska In-State Gas Pipeline:  The Alaska House of Representatives last night passed legislation enabling the state’s gasline development corporation to continue progressing towards building its Alaska Stand [...]

By |2016-12-22T22:30:54-09:00April 2nd, 2013|Alaska Taxes, Commentary, Intrastate Gas|0 Comments
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4-1-13 – Beware Of The April Fools

 Governor Sean Parnell Urges Alaskans To Comment On Tax Reform TODAY! Commentary: Just for Alaskans by  Dave Harbour Normally, our commentary is designed for consumption of Alaskans, Canadians and decision makers in the Lower 48--and our readers in other countries who are interested in how Alaskans and Canadians are confronting Northern energy challenges.   Today, we direct a comment to fellow Alaskans. Most of us know that Alaska's economy hangs on by a thread.  Elected officials talk about billions in various savings accounts in addition to the Alaska Permanent Fund. [...]

By |2016-12-22T22:30:54-09:00April 1st, 2013|Alaska Taxes|0 Comments
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3-31-13

Petroleum News Alaska.  ANWR's fate on hold (Full story) A federal website says a “record of decision” is due this spring on a new management plan for the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, including a potential recommendation to designate more of the refuge as wilderness. But an official with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, which manages ANWR, said the....

By |2016-03-13T03:52:07-09:00April 1st, 2013|Federal Obstruction|0 Comments
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3-28-13

Calgary Herald.  In a decision that concluded tolls cannot increase every year to offset lower volumes moving through a pipeline, the National Energy Board has rejected sweeping changes put forward by pipeline giant TransCanada on its fee structure to move natural gas in Canada. Our Friends at Resource Development Council  for Alaska (RDC) Alert Us About Tomorrow's Deadline:   The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has begun the scoping process for the Donlin Gold LLC project Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).  The Corps is accepting comments, questions, and suggestions to be considered and [...]

By |2016-12-22T22:30:55-09:00March 28th, 2013|Federal Obstruction, Intrastate Gas|0 Comments
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3-27-13

Message from Governor Sean Parnell:  Alaskans are one step closer to realizing more economic opportunity through increased oil production.   Last week, the Alaska Senate passed Senate Bill 21, legislation to increase our competitiveness and grow our economy. This is welcome news for Alaskans, especially those who care about the long-term prospects for our state.   Although oil production in Alaska has been declining over the past decade, SB 21 offers an Alaska comeback in oil production. The Senate-passed measure will put us on a path to reclaiming our standing [...]

By |2016-12-22T22:30:55-09:00March 27th, 2013|Alaska Taxes|0 Comments
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3-26-13

  Tax Panel Reviews Impact On Coming Generations   By   Mary Barr   The Political Science Association of Alaska and Alaska College Republicans presented a panel last Wednesday (i.e. 3-20-13) at the University of Alaska-Anchorage campus, targeting  the impact of today’s tax policy on future prosperity.   Event Chair, Portia Watson, introduced the event moderator, Dave Harbour, publisher of Northern Gas Pipelines.  He opened the evening with a question of “intergenerational equity”.  Do we want the next generation to have the opportunities we now have, and how can we achieve [...]

By |2016-12-22T22:30:55-09:00March 26th, 2013|Alaska Taxes, Commentary, Reader Comment|0 Comments
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3-19-13

Harper Tanker Safety Plan Changes Nothing in Pipeline Debate - Huffington Post Canada.  When Kinder Morgan bought the Trans Mountain pipeline in 2005 there were ...  NGP Alert:  Alaska Tax Forum tomorrow night in Anchorage sponsored by Political Science Association Alaska and Alaska College Republicans: "The Taxes of Our Future".  Please come and support Alaska's/America's future leaders.  Speakers include Dr. Scott Goldsmith (NGP Photo), Dr. Forrest Nabors, Anchorage Chamber of Commerce President Andrew Halcro and Northern Gas Pipelines publisher, Dave Harbour.  (Program Details) From Governor Sean Parnell's Office: * ACTION ALERT * March 19, 2013   [...]

By |2016-12-22T22:30:57-09:00March 19th, 2013|Alaska Taxes|0 Comments
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3-15-13

Please Put This Event On Your Calendar If You Will Be In Anchorage Next Wednesday!  (Note: this informative presentation follows a recent oil tax debate sponsored by the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce.  -dh)  “ The Taxes of Our Future”   Wednesday, March 20th . UAA Consortium Library 307 6-8PM   Program Introduction – Dave Harbour   Panel Introduction and Moderator- Andrew Halcro (NGP Photo) Speakers:   Local and State Taxes- Dr. Scott Goldsmith (NGP Photo-R) 1. Income Oil and Gas Productivity 2. Oil and Gas Income 3. Oil and Gas Royalty 4. [...]

By |2016-12-22T22:30:57-09:00March 15th, 2013|Alaska Taxes|0 Comments
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3-15-13

Please Put It On Your Calendar If You Will Be In Anchorage Next Wednesday!   “ The Taxes of Our Future”   Wednesday, March 20th . UAA Consortium Library 307 6-8PM   Program Introduction – Dave Harbour   Panel Introduction and moderator- Andrew Halcro (NGP Photo) Speakers:   Local and State Taxes- Dr. Scott Goldsmith (NGP Photo) 1. Income Oil and Gas Productivity 2. Oil and Gas Income 3. Oil and Gas Royalty 4. Oil and Gas Production (ACES)     2The Oil tax Issues – Roger Marks 1. The Oil tax [...]

By |2016-12-22T22:30:57-09:00March 15th, 2013|Alaska Taxes|0 Comments
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3-14-13

  Juneau Empire-AP, by Becky Bohrer.  A Senate proposal to overhaul Alaska’s oil tax structure could cost the state up to $1.3 billion next year, hundreds of millions more than plans put forth by Gov. Sean Parnell and a different Senate committee, according to an analysis released Wednesday.   Sens. Lyman Hoffman and Click Bishop laughed as an economist began discussing the potential impact of the Senate Finance Committee’s rewrite of SB21 on state revenue and the operating budget. Hoffman, D-Bethel, later called the numbers “staggering” and said they would have a [...]

By |2016-12-22T22:30:57-09:00March 14th, 2013|Commentary, Personal|0 Comments
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3-11-13 ALERT * ALERT * ALERT

 TOMORROW: FROM OUR FRIEND, CARL PORTMAN (NGP Photo), AT RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL FOR ALASKA There is one last opportunity in the Senate to testify on the urgent need for oil production tax reform when the Senate Finance Committee takes public comment on Tuesday, March 12 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. on the committee substitute for Senate Bill 21. Testimony will be taken at your local Legislative Information Office. Although we had a good turn out before other committees, we need strong support before Senate Finance. It is important to keep the momentum going [...]

By |2016-12-22T22:30:58-09:00March 11th, 2013|Alaska Taxes|0 Comments
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3-10-13

Petroleum News by Wesley Loy.  Seven Alaska North Slope villagers are suing in an effort to invalidate a hard-fought federal permit ConocoPhillips obtained for a satellite oil field development near the company’s prolific Alpine field.  The 30-page lawsuit, against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, was filed Feb. 28 in U.S. District Court in Anchorage. Point of personal privilege: ADN.  Anchorage resident Glenn Bovey, Jr., 82, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in Anchorage, Alaska on March 10, 2013.  

By |2016-12-22T22:30:58-09:00March 11th, 2013|Personal|0 Comments
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3-9-13 Governor’s Prayer Breakfast

We take a pleasant weekend break from energy issues to pause and reflect on more eternal issues.... 28th Annual Alaska Governors Prayer Breakfast Saturday, March 9, 2013 Report by Dave Harbour This morning, Governor Sean Parnell (NGP Photo-R) hosted the 28th Annual Alaska Governor's Prayer Breakfast, featuring "Mercy Ships" creator, Don Stephens (NGP Photo-L). Stevens recalled meeting Mother Theresa when he was 32 years old.  Her poignant questions that day set him on a new course for his life.  "She asked  three questions," he said, "which caused me to think seriously [...]

By |2016-12-22T22:30:58-09:00March 9th, 2013|Personal|0 Comments
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3-8-13

Yesterday, U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski (NGP Photo), questioned the nominee to be the next Secretary of the Interior, Sally Jewell, about her commitment to return balance to the various missions of the department.  "Balance" would include recognizing importance of energy development, multiple use and consideration for the livelihoods and safety of citizens.  See her full opening statement here, and the full video of the hearing here. Instate Gasline Competition by  Dave Harbour   In the 1970's powerful energy consortia fought over Arctic gas pipeline routes tapping Alaska North Slope (ANS) and Canadian Mackenzie [...]

By |2016-12-22T22:30:58-09:00March 8th, 2013|AGDC, AGIA|0 Comments
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3-5-13

CBC News.  Calla Farn, a company spokesperson, said most of the company's plants around the world have already converted to natural gas. Legislative Report:  Yesterday, the Alaska State House of Representatives adopted a resolution (HJR 6) Relating to legacy wells and legacy well sites.  The resolution urges the Bureau of Land Management to open new areas of the National Petroleum Reserve - Alaska for environmentally responsible oil and gas development.  It also requests the Office of the Governor to increase nationwide awareness about legacy wells and well sites.  Commentary coming tomorrow. [...]

By |2016-12-22T22:31:14-09:00March 5th, 2013|Federal Obstruction|0 Comments
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